Pilot data for optimization of closed-loop control of anesthesia in children
This pilot study (smaller initial study to collect data to plan for a larger study in the future) will help us to collect information during anesthesia to improve the way the computer adjusts the level of anesthesia in children. This study will provide important information about the safe use of propofol when using a computer to control anesthesia. The end goal of the larger project is to continue development of a computer controlled anesthesia system.
Who can participate in this study?
- In order to participate in the study, your child must be aged 6-15 years, and be having an upper or lower gastrointestinal (stomach) endoscopic (skinny tube with light and camera for seeing inside the body) procedure under general anesthesia in the operating room.
Who should not participate in this study?
- Children who have chronic lung disease, an active cold, who are taking long term opioid analgesics (morphine-like drugs) or other sedative medications, or who have an allergy to propofol, eggs, or soybean oil will not be invited to participate in this study. In addition, children must be in general good health to be involved. Your child’s anesthesiologist will make this assessment.
Status?
- Actively recruting subjects.
For more information, please see the Consent/Information form