Can a common sedative shield the injured brain?

NCT ID NCT06661980

First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at whether dexmedetomidine, a sedative, can protect the brain in people with brain injuries. Sixty patients were split into two groups: one received the drug, the other did not. Researchers measured how awake patients were (using the Glasgow Coma Scale) and how long they stayed in intensive care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Damanhour Teaching Hospital, General Organization for Teaching Hospitals and Institutes.

    Damanhūr, Elbehairah, 31527, Egypt

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