Which anesthetic is easier on the lungs during robotic surgery?

NCT ID NCT07304479

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares two common inhaled anesthetics, sevoflurane and desflurane, in 50 adults undergoing robotic-assisted abdominal surgery. Researchers will measure airway pressure to see which drug better protects lung function. The goal is to find the safer option for patients under protective ventilation during these procedures.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: sevoflurane and desflurane (volatile anesthetics)
What this could lead to: If one anesthetic proves better for lung mechanics, it could guide safer anesthesia choices for robotic abdominal surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early pilot study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The study measures a surrogate marker (airway pressure), not direct patient outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

intraoperative floppy iris syndrome

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INTRAOPERATIVE RESPIRATORY MECHANICS

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Locations

Aretaieion University Hospital
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Athens, 11528, Greece

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