Smg-snu Boramae Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Smg-snu Boramae Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Which head position helps doctors find the life-saving airway spot faster?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two different head positions (neck stretched back vs. a slightly raised position) to see which helps doctors locate the cricothyroid membrane more accurately in obese patients. The cricothyroid membrane is the spot where an emergency breathing tube is placed whe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SMG-SNU Boramae Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 10:51 UTC
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Chilly side effect: study reveals how sedatives impact body heat in spinal surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how two common sedatives, dexmedetomidine and remimazolam, affect body temperature in 122 adults having surgery with spinal anesthesia. The goal was to see which drug causes less hypothermia (low body temperature) and shivering. Results help doctors choose th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SMG-SNU Boramae Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 10:51 UTC
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Blood test may predict brain fog after heart surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether certain substances in the blood can help predict memory or thinking problems that sometimes happen after heart surgery. Researchers measured levels of D-Amino Acid Oxidase and related markers in 82 adults before and after their operation. The goal was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SMG-SNU Boramae Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC