Dexmedetomidine may shield blood vessels in nose jobs

NCT ID NCT06897696

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study looked at whether the sedative dexmedetomidine can protect blood vessel lining during rhinoplasty. 90 patients received either standard anesthesia or dexmedetomidine plus anesthesia. Researchers measured two blood markers of vessel damage to see if dexmedetomidine had a protective effect.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

dexmedetomidine

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a way to reduce blood vessel damage during surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study in healthy rhinoplasty patients, so results may not apply to other surgeries or people with health conditions. The findings are based on biomarker levels, not direct patient outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

mucopolysaccharidosis type 3A

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Firat University Hospital

    Elâzığ, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)