Bariatric surgery and breathing machine settings study
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests how different settings on the anesthesia machine affect people having weight-loss surgery. It aims to find the best way to manage breathing during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for weight-loss (bariatric) surgery.
- You are between 16 and 65 years old.
- You have had steady weight gain for over 5 years and have a BMI of 35 or higher.
- Your health status before surgery is classified as ASA Grade II or III (mild to moderate health concerns).
- You do not have severe eye problems, alcohol or drug dependence, or serious mental disabilities.
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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