Comparing two anesthesia drugs during heart rhythm procedures
This study compares two commonly used anesthesia medications (propofol and sevoflurane) in patients having a procedure to treat irregular heartbeats. Researchers want to see which drug works better and is safer for keeping you asleep during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are having an elective (planned, not emergency) procedure to treat atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeats) under general anesthesia
- You are an adult and able to understand and sign an informed consent form
- You speak French fluently
- You have a healthy heart function or no serious heart conditions that would require special anesthesia drugs
- You are not taking benzodiazepines (anti-anxiety or sleep medications) regularly
- You have a BMI (body weight measure) of 40 or less
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