Using words during mask anesthesia in children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether simple spoken words during the process of falling asleep with a breathing mask can help children ages 5–10 have a better experience. The goal is to make anesthesia induction less scary for kids.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be in good health (classified as ASA 1 or 2).
- Your child must be between 5 and 10 years old.
- The surgery must be non-emergency and scheduled ahead of time.
- Your child must be getting anesthesia through a breathing mask (inhalational induction).
- Your child must speak English and have no hearing problems.
- Your child cannot have had anesthesia through a mask before, and must not have behavioral conditions like autism or oppositional defiant disorder.
- Your child can only receive midazolam (a calming medicine) before the procedure—no other premedication.
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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