Headphones with voice reminders may calm patients waking from anesthesia
NCT ID NCT07510516
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether playing a recorded voice that reminds patients where they are can reduce agitation after waking from anesthesia. About 62 adults having laparoscopic abdominal surgery will either hear the voice notes through headphones or receive standard care. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free approach helps patients wake up more calmly.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 62 people
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- Started
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Jan 2025
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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- Ages
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18 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: Adult patients * Aged 18 to 70 years * Scheduled to undergo elective laparoscopic abdominal surgery will be screened for eligibility. Exclusion Criteria: * Include TIVA and inhalational agent other than sevoflurane, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status 4, * BMI \>35 kg/m\^2, * Pre-existing conditions associated with neurological deficit, * Cognitive impairment if documented by neurologist * Hearing disorders * Use of antipsychotic medications, * Plan for ambulatory surgery and participant refusal.
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Locations
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Skmch & Rc
RECRUITINGLahore, Punjab Province, 042, Pakistan
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