Which sedation works best for stent removal? new study compares options
NCT ID NCT07580768
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested three sedation approaches for removing a Double-J ureteral stent, a common procedure. Sixty adults received either propofol alone, propofol plus dexmedetomidine, or propofol plus midazolam. Researchers measured total propofol use and sedation levels to find the most effective and safe combination.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Propofol, dexmedetomidine, midazolam
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify a safer or more effective sedation combination for a common urological procedure.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Sedation risks like breathing problems or low blood pressure are possible.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Tanta University
Tanta, El-Gharbia, 31527, Egypt
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