Eye ultrasound could spot brain pressure risk during keyhole surgery

NCT ID NCT06209034

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Kocaeli University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether ultrasound measurements of the optic nerve sheath (the lining around the eye nerve) can detect increased brain pressure during laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery. Researchers measured the nerve sheath diameter in 55 adults undergoing laparoscopic surgery. The goal was to see if this simple, non-invasive test could replace more invasive methods for monitoring intracranial pressure.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive way to monitor brain pressure during laparoscopic surgeries.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed observational study with only 55 participants. The findings may not apply to all patients or surgeries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

intracranial hypertension

As listed by the trial registrant

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

INTRACRANIAL PRESSURE INCREASE OPTIC NERVE SHEATH DIAMETER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kocaeli University

Kocaeli, Turkey (Türkiye)
Sevim Cesur

Kocaeli, Turkey (Türkiye)

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