ER sedation gets a tech upgrade: Computer-Controlled propofol tested
NCT ID NCT03783494
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a computer-controlled method of giving propofol sedation to 45 adults in the emergency department. The goal was to find the right brain concentration needed for deep sedation during painful procedures like fixing a broken bone or putting a dislocated joint back in place. Researchers hope this approach can reduce side effects like low blood pressure or breathing problems that can happen with manual dosing.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- propofol
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a safer, more precise way to sedate patients in the emergency room for painful procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center study with only 45 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The technique is new to emergency settings and may not improve safety or outcomes as hoped.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Emergency Department
Nice, 06000, France
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