Overview

Effect of Intraoperative Dexmedetomidine on Lung Protection Following Thoracic Aorta Surgery With Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest: a Randomized Clinical Trial

Status:
Completed

Trial end date:
2018-03-30

Target enrollment:

Participant gender:

Summary

Dexmedetomidine has been known to protect the lung against inflammation and oxidative stress in diverse clinical settings. The investigators aimed to investigate the lung protective effect of dexmedetomidine in patients undergoing thoracic aortic surgery with hypothermic circulatory arrest, which is associated with systemic inflammatory response, and oxidative stress.

Phase:

Phase 4

Details

Lead Sponsor:

Gangnam Severance Hospital

Treatments:

Anesthetics
Dexmedetomidine