Dexmedetomidine for smoother recovery after thyroid surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding a medicine called dexmedetomidine during thyroid surgery helps you wake up more calmly and comfortably. It may reduce side effects like confusion or shakiness after anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for a planned thyroid removal (thyroidectomy) under general anesthesia with a breathing tube.
- You are generally healthy or have mild to moderate health problems (ASA physical status I to III).
- You have no known allergies to dexmedetomidine or related drugs.
- You do not have a serious heart rhythm problem or unstable heart condition.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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