Efficacy and safety of Remimazolam compared to Ketamine and Propofol in Rapid Sequence Induction. A monocentric pilot randomised-controlled study
This study is looking at different ways to help patients breathe during an operation. When someone needs a breathing tube put in quickly, it's called 'Rapid Sequence Induction'. Doctors use medicines to help relax a patient and make them sleep so the tube can be put in. This study compares three different medicines: Byfavo (a new medicine), Ketamine, and Propofol, to see which works best and safest for this procedure. They want to find out how often the breathing tube can be put in successfully on the first try. They are also checking how quickly it can be done, how well patients breathe, and if there are any heart-related side effects. The goal is to make sure placing a breathing tube is as smooth and safe as possible for patients.
At a glance
What is this study about?
When you have an operation, you often need help breathing. This usually means a breathing tube is placed into your windpipe. Sometimes, this needs to happen very quickly, which doctors call 'Rapid Sequence Induction'. To do this, they give you medicines that make you sleepy and relax your muscles so the tube can be inserted easily and safely.
This study is comparing three different medicines used for this very purpose: Propofol, Ketamine, and a newer medicine called Byfavo. All three are used to help you fall asleep and relax before the breathing tube is put in. The main thing the researchers want to find out is how often the tube can be put in correctly on the very first try with each medicine. This is important because getting it right the first time is safest and smoothest for you.
They will also be checking other important things. For example, they'll look at how quickly the tube can be placed, how well you're breathing and how your heart is doing immediately after the medicines are given. They'll also be watching for any unexpected problems, like if something from your stomach goes into your lungs, or if your oxygen levels or blood pressure change a lot. By carefully comparing these three medicines, the doctors hope to find the safest and most effective way to help patients breathe during operations.
Key takeaways
- Compares three medicines for quick breathing tube placement.
- Aims to find the safest and most effective medicine for this procedure.
- Study activities happen during your operation, no extra appointments.
- Doctors will monitor your breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure closely.
- You must be 18 or older to take part.
- Your participation helps improve care for future patients.
Who may be eligible?
To be able to join this study, you need to be at least 18 years old. The study is open to both men and women. Your doctor will carefully check if this study is right for you, based on your health and the kind of operation you are having.
There might be some reasons why you couldn't join, for example, if you have certain health conditions that would make one of the study medicines unsafe for you, or if you are pregnant. The study team will review all your medical information to make sure participating is safe for you.
They will make sure that if you do join, it's suitable for your specific situation where a breathing tube needs to be inserted quickly before your operation.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Are you 18 years old or older?
- Are you having an operation where a breathing tube needs to be inserted quickly?
- Are you able to understand what being in the study means?
- Do you not have any other major health conditions that would make study medicines unsafe for you?
- Are you not pregnant (if applicable)?
What does participation involve?
If you decide to join this study, you won't need extra visits beyond what's usually needed for your operation. The study will happen right in the operating theatre. You will receive one of the three study medicines (Byfavo, Ketamine, or Propofol) as part of putting you to sleep for your operation. The doctors will then place your breathing tube as usual. For about 5 minutes after you've been given the medicine and the tube is being placed, the study team will carefully monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels more closely than usual. This is all standard practice during an operation, but they will be collecting more detailed information for the study. The total duration of the study activities for you will only be a few minutes, right at the start of your anaesthetic.
Potential risks and benefits
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Common questions
What is 'Rapid Sequence Induction'?
It's when doctors quickly give you medicine to help you sleep and relax so a breathing tube can be put in for an operation.
What medicines are being studied?
The study compares Byfavo (a new medicine) with Ketamine and Propofol, which are commonly used medicines.
What is the study hoping to achieve?
It aims to find out which medicine helps the breathing tube be placed most successfully on the first try, quickly and safely.
Will I have extra appointments?
No, all the study activities will happen during your operation, without extra visits.
Can I leave the study if I change my mind?
Yes, you can choose to leave the study at any time, and it won't affect your medical care.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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