New treatment option for Postoperative Complications
Official title Effect of FPCA on Incidence of Emergency Delirium in Children After Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06092671
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Emergence delirium (ED) stands out as a prevalent postoperative complication among paediatric patients, correlating with extended hospitalization periods, escalated healthcare expenses, and increased incidence of postoperative maladaptive behaviours (POMBs). There is a lack of well-established pharmacological or non-pharmacological interventions demonstrating efficacy in reducing the occurrence of ED.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 2 to 6
You may be able to join if
- Children aged 2-6 years undergoing elective surgery with an estimated surgical duration of no longer than 2 hours;
- Receiving first general anaesthesia by inhalation, and American Society of Anaesthesiology (ASA) physical status I to II;
- A parent signed the informed consent form.
You likely can't join if
- Suffering important organ diseases;
- History of developmental retardation, neuropsychiatric diseases, psychological or cognitive impairment;
- History of severe hearing or visual impairment;
- Children are not suitable for inhalation anaesthesia considered by the researchers;
- The parent involving in this trial spends less than three months a year with the child;
- The parent is not competent for companionship considered by the researchers;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Children aged 2-6 years undergoing elective surgery with an estimated surgical duration of no longer than 2 hours;
- Receiving first general anaesthesia by inhalation, and American Society of Anaesthesiology (ASA) physical status I to II;
- A parent signed the informed consent form.
- Suffering important organ diseases;
- History of developmental retardation, neuropsychiatric diseases, psychological or cognitive impairment;
- History of severe hearing or visual impairment;
- Children are not suitable for inhalation anaesthesia considered by the researchers;
- The parent involving in this trial spends less than three months a year with the child;
- The parent is not competent for companionship considered by the researchers;
- Neither father nor mother is able to participate in the screening interview and the trial.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 2 years to 6 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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