Brain surgery drug showdown: which protects better?
NCT ID NCT07199595
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two medications, dexmedetomidine and magnesium sulfate, to see which better controls pressure inside the skull during brain surgery. Sixty adults having elective craniotomy will receive one of the drugs, and their brain pressure will be continuously measured using a thin tube placed in the lower back. The goal is to find which drug keeps the brain safer during the operation.
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