Brain waves under the knife: study probes Anesthesia's inner workings

NCT ID NCT07211828

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how two common anesthesia drugs, propofol and alfentanil, change brain activity during a procedure called ERCP (a scope exam of the bile ducts). Researchers will monitor 20 patients' brain waves and pain signals to better understand how these drugs work together. The goal is not to test a new treatment, but to gather knowledge that could improve how anesthesia is given in the future.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

propofol and alfentanil

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors better tailor anesthesia doses during procedures like ERCP, potentially improving safety and recovery.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early-stage study (20 participants) focused on measuring brain signals, not testing a new treatment. Results may not lead to immediate clinical changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Wei Gong Memorial Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Miaoli, Taiwan

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