Ear nerve stimulation to prevent agitation after surgery in children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a gentle electrical stimulation on the ear can help prevent confusion or restlessness in children after tonsil surgery. It aims to make recovery smoother and safer.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 3 and 8 years old.
- Child is scheduled for tonsil or adenoid surgery under general anesthesia.
- Child is otherwise healthy or has only mild medical issues (ASA I or II).
- Child does not have severe health problems, recent infections, developmental delays, or autism.
- Child has no skin condition or rash on the left ear.
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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