New brain map may help doctors use less anesthesia during surgery
NCT ID NCT07502261
First seen Apr 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study tested whether a detailed, color-coded brain wave monitor (Density Spectral Array) helps anesthesiologists use less medication compared to a standard single-number monitor (Bispectral Index). 45 adults undergoing gynecological cancer surgery were observed. The goal was to see if the newer monitor leads to more personalized anesthesia and pain relief, potentially reducing drug amounts and improving recovery.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for GYNECOLOGIC SURGICAL PROCEDURES are added.
Genom att skicka in godkänner du våra Användarvillkor
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
Genom att skicka in godkänner du våra Användarvillkor
Locations
-
Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Training and Research Hospital
Ankara, 06, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a more detailed brain monitor helps anesthesiologists use less medication, potentially leading to faster recovery after surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 45 participants. Results may not apply to other surgeries or patient groups, and the benefit over standard monitoring may be minimal.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.