Can a sedative help kids need less anesthesia?
NCT ID NCT03384563
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether giving children a sedative called dexmedetomidine (Precedex) can lower the amount of sevoflurane anesthesia needed during surgery. Researchers will test two different doses in 180 children aged 1 month to 3 years. The goal is to find the right balance for safer anesthesia.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Dexmedetomidine (Precedex)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help anesthesiologists use lower doses of sevoflurane in children, potentially reducing side effects.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study focused on measuring anesthesia depth, not on treating a disease. Results may not apply to all children or surgeries.
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Texas Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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