Which sleeping medicine is best for emergency intubation?
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares different sleeping medicines (ketamine, propofol, and similar drugs) to see which is safest for people who need a breathing tube placed quickly in the operating room. It focuses on those at risk of stomach contents going into the lungs.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You need a breathing tube placed while under general anesthesia.
- You are at increased risk of stomach contents getting into your lungs (e.g., due to recent eating, vomiting, acid reflux, or certain surgeries).
- You do not have any condition that makes it impossible to place the breathing tube.
- You are not allergic to ketamine, propofol, or similar drugs, and have no history of certain muscle or blood disorders.
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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