Simple ultrasound test may predict dangerous blood pressure drop during brain surgery
NCT ID NCT07399093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a simple ultrasound test before surgery can predict if a patient will have dangerously low blood pressure after receiving anesthesia for brain surgery. Researchers will measure the size and flexibility of a major vein and artery using ultrasound in 36 adults. The goal is to find a reliable way to identify patients at risk, so doctors can take steps to prevent complications.
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- Participants
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About 36 people
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- Started
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Jan 2024
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
This prospective cohort study will be conducted on 40 patients undergoing craniotomy surgeries at Ain Shams University Hospitals.
- Ages
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18 to 40 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age from 18 to 40 years. * Both sexes. * Body Mass Index\< 40 kg/m². * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I, II. * Fasted according to the ASA guidelines: 2 hours for clear fluids, 6 hours after light meal, 8 hours after a full meal with high calorie or fat content. * Scheduled for elective craniotomy surgeries before induction of general anesthesia. Exclusion Criteria: * Current or recent pregnancy (within 3 months). * Pre-existing cardiac disease or hypertension. * On medications affecting blood pressure \[Beta-blockers (BBs) and calcium channel blockers (CCBs)\] . * Refusing to undergo the study.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ain Shams University Hospitals
RECRUITINGCairo, 11591, Egypt
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