Status:

COMPLETED

Effect of a Modified Propofol Preparation on Injection Pain During Induction of Anesthesia in Children

Lead Sponsor:

B. Braun Melsungen AG

Conditions:

Anesthesia

Eligibility:

All Genders

2-6 years

Phase:

PHASE3

Brief Summary

The purpose of the study is to determine wether a modified propofol preparation shows any effect on the incidence of injection pain in children undergoing elective surgery under general anesthesia. S...

Detailed Description

Pain on injection is the most frequently reported side effect associated with the use of propofol for induction of anesthesia. Various measures have been taken to reduce the pain on injection, e.g. ad...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • age \>= 2 and \< 6 years
  • written informed consent of the parents
  • anesthetic risc classified as ASA I - III
  • patient undergoing elective surgery under general anesthesia
  • venous access for induction of anesthesia on the dorsum of the hand
  • hospital care for at least 3 hrs after end of anesthesia guaranteed

Exclusion

  • intolerability of the drugs tested
  • current drug medication with sedative effect
  • patient is expected to require concomitant medication not allowed in the study
  • history of or current renal or hepatic disease, cardiac insufficiency
  • hypovolemia
  • increased cranial pressure
  • simultaneous participation in another clinical trial or participation during the month preceding this study

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

August 1 2003

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

End Date :

February 1 2005

Estimated Enrollment :

64 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT00287560

Start Date

August 1 2003

End Date

February 1 2005

Last Update

February 25 2008

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