New anesthesia method could cut toxic waste and patient risks

NCT ID NCT03014336

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

Summary

This study tested a new method to remove carbon dioxide from anesthesia breathing circuits without using chemical filters. Current chemical filters can produce harmful compounds, increase costs, and create environmental waste. The study involved 286 low-to-medium risk surgery patients to see if the new method keeps CO2 levels safe during procedures.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • McGill University Health Centre

    Montreal, Quebec, H4A 3J1, Canada

  • Queen Elizabeth II HSC, Halifax Infirmary Site

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3A7, Canada

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