Monitoring carbon dioxide to prevent low oxygen after surgery in older adults
This trial tests a special nose monitor that measures carbon dioxide during awakening from anesthesia. It may help prevent low oxygen levels in older adults recovering from abdominal surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 to 80 years old
- You are having planned (not emergency) laparoscopic abdominal surgery with a breathing tube
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 30
- You do not have nosebleeds, nasal injuries, or blockages in your nose
- You do not have serious heart, kidney, or liver disease, or a history of certain brain conditions
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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