New study aims to calm kids after eye surgery
NCT ID NCT07601698
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two different medicines to see which one better prevents confusion and agitation in children after eye surgery with sevoflurane anesthesia. 200 children aged 2-8 will be randomly assigned to receive either dexmedetomidine or a propofol-lidocaine mixture. The goal is to find a safer, more comfortable recovery for young patients.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 4
Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.
- Participants
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About 200 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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May 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Dec 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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2 to 8 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * patients aged 2-8 years . * ASA physical status I-II. * Scheduled for elective surgeries under general anesthesia with sevoflurane Exclusion Criteria: * History of psychiatric illness or cognitive impairment. * Known allergy to study drugs. * Severe cardiovascular, hepatic, or renal disease. * Chronic use of sedatives or opioids.
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