Can a gentler anesthesia protect older brains after surgery?
NCT ID NCT07424729
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 90 older adults (ages 65-85) having surgery under minimal-flow anesthesia. Researchers measured changes in thinking and memory using a simple test before and after surgery. The goal was to see if shorter surgery and this type of anesthesia might lower the risk of postoperative cognitive problems.
What this could mean
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Active substance
minimal-flow anesthesia
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify ways to reduce memory and thinking problems after surgery in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with 90 participants, so results may not apply to all older patients or surgeries.
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Locations
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06170, Turkey (Türkiye)