Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is becoming increasingly important in the diagnosis and follow-up of pediatric diseases. However, successful MRI requires complete and prolonged immobility, which can be challenging for young children and infants. To overcome this challenge, various anesthesia techniques are employed by anesthesiologists. The ideal anesthesia method for children during MRI should be both safe and enable rapid recovery, allowing the child to remain still during the procedure while minimizing risks during the recovery period. \*\*Sevoflurane has become a popular choice for this purpose due to its rapid onset, limited respiratory side effects at low concentrations, reduced airway irritation, and hemodynamic stability. However, propofol and ketamine, used as an alternative sedation method, are also being increasingly utilized during these procedures. The major side effects of propofol include respiratory depression, apnea, loss of protective reflexes, and hemodynamic instability. To minimize these side effects, some experts recommend the combined use of propofol and ketamine. This combination provides effective sedation while also contributing to a reduction in side effects. In this context, the aim of our study is to compare the efficacy of intravenous propofol and ketamine with sevoflurane administered via a face mask during pediatric MRI.
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Recovery time
Timeframe: From the end of the MRI scan until the patient reaches a Ramsay Sedation Scale (RSS) score of 2, assessed for a maximum of 60 minutes.