Effectiveness of Electroencephalography Guided Anesthesia (NCT07567729) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effectiveness of Electroencephalography Guided Anesthesia
225 participantsStarted 2026-06-01
Plain-language summary
This study will use brain wave information, known as electroencephalography (EEG), to help guide anesthesia delivery during surgery. It is believed that the use of EEG has the potential to reduce postoperative delirium - a common side effect of general anesthesia. Postoperative delirium is known to cause long lasting cognitive deficits and increase the chance of developing dementia in geriatric patients. This study aims to reduce these risks posed by modern day anesthesia practices through more efficient delivery of anesthesia utilizing brain wave activity information.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Part A Inclusion Criteria:
* Signed and dated informed consent form prior to any study-specific procedures.
* Willingness and ability to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study, including all scheduled assessments and follow-up visits.
* Currently practicing anesthetic provider, defined as either:
* Attending anesthesiologist, or
* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
* Limited prior formal training in EEG interpretation for anesthetic depth, as self-reported by the participant (see Exclusion Criteria for details).
* Fluent in English, to ensure comprehension of study materials and assessments.
* Able to access and utilize required technology (e.g., computer or tablet with internet access) for completion of digital modules and online assessments.
* In good general health and capable of fulfilling clinical duties, as self-reported and confirmed by site investigator review.
* Willingness to be randomized to any of the study arms and to participate in all assigned educational interventions and assessments.
* Willingness to adhere to the protocol-specified anesthetic management strategy during the real-case assessments.
Part B Inclusion Criteria:
* Provides written, signed informed consent prior to the surgical procedure.
* Is age 60 years or older.
* Is scheduled to undergo an elective, non-cardiac, non-neurologic surgical procedure expected to last at least two hours.
* Is planned to receive general …
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Minimum Alveolar Concentration (MAC)
Timeframe: Intra-operative phase of care of participant.