Radiologists take the lead: can deep sedation replace general anesthesia?

NCT ID NCT07443254

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: CAMC Health System Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether interventional radiologists can safely give deep sedation using ketamine, fentanyl, and midazolam for procedures that normally require general anesthesia. Up to 40 adults will participate. The main goal is to see if the procedure can be completed without stopping early or needing an anesthesiologist to take over.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: ketamine, fentanyl, midazolam
What this could lead to: If successful, this could allow more interventional radiology procedures to be done without general anesthesia, reducing wait times and freeing up anesthesia providers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early feasibility study with only 40 participants. The sedation may not work for everyone, and there is a risk of side effects or needing to switch to general anesthesia.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia

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ANESTHESIA INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY SEDATION AND ANALGESIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

CAMC Memorial
RECRUITING

Charleston, West Virginia, 25304, United States

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