Brain oxygen showdown: nasal cannula vs face mask during sedation

NCT ID NCT07718295

First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two ways of giving oxygen during sedation for medical procedures done outside the operating room: high-flow nasal oxygen and a standard face mask. Researchers measure brain oxygen levels continuously to see which method keeps the brain better oxygenated. One hundred adults scheduled for elective procedures will take part, with half receiving each oxygen method.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
high-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) delivered via a device
What this could lead to
If high-flow nasal oxygen proves better at maintaining brain oxygen levels, it could become the standard way to deliver oxygen during sedation, reducing the risk of low oxygen in the brain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on measuring oxygen levels, not on hard clinical outcomes like preventing complications. The results may not change practice without larger trials.

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  • Fırat University Faculty of Medicine Hospital

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    Elâzığ, Elâzığ, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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