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Can a simple drug dose keep children calm after anesthesia?

NCT ID NCT07799311

Symptom relief Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 02, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether giving propofol or dexmedetomidine before the end of surgery can prevent emergence agitation, a state of confusion and restlessness that some children experience after waking from sevoflurane anesthesia. The study will enroll 114 children aged 2 to 12 years who are having elective inguinal hernia repair. Researchers will measure agitation using a standard scale to see which drug, if either, helps children wake up more smoothly.

What this could mean

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Active substance
propofol and dexmedetomidine
What this could lead to
If one drug works better, it could offer a simple way to help children wake up calmly and comfortably after surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial, and results may not apply to all children or surgeries. Both drugs have side effects, and the study will need to confirm which is safer and more effective.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Participants

About 114 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2026

Expected to finish

Nov 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

2 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1- age 2-12 years 2-elective inguinal hernia repair under general anesthesia \- Exclusion Criteria: 1. congenital anomalies 2. allergic to study medications 3. chronic pain syndromes 4. malnourishment -

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Conditions

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Emergence Delirium

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Emergence delirium, anesthesia

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences

    RECRUITING

    Islamabad, Federal, 44000, Pakistan

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