Comparing two anesthesia methods for obese patients having laparoscopic surgery
Part of Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial compares two different anesthesia techniques for obese patients having laparoscopic surgery, to see which one works better and is safer.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher.
- You are classified as ASA physical status I to III (generally healthy to having some mild to moderate health conditions).
- You are scheduled to have elective laparoscopic surgery with general anesthesia.
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not have a cardiac pacemaker or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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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