Dexmedetomidine or propofol for sleep endoscopy in children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This Phase 2 study compares two medicines used to help children sleep during a procedure called drug-induced sleep endoscopy. It’s for children with obstructive sleep apnea who are being evaluated before adenotonsillectomy, to help surgeons understand the cause of the blockage and potentially improve treatment planning.
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Who can take part
- Be a child age 3 to 12 years old
- Have sleep apnea confirmed by an overnight lab sleep test within the last 12 months
- Be someone who could get adenotonsillectomy (tonsils and adenoids surgery), as judged by an ENT specialist
- Be expected to benefit from sleep endoscopy before surgery because of certain risk factors (like severe sleep apnea or obesity)
- Have a parent/guardian who can sign consent and complete forms in English or Spanish
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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