Sevoflurane vs Propofol for Liver Transplant Patients

Comparison of the Incidence of Delirium Caused by Different Anesthetic Agents in Patients Undergoing Liver Transplantation

Recruiting Observational Study
Hepatocellular Carcinoma Liver Cirrhosis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
19 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
350 (estimated)
Sponsor
Yonsei University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults who are having a liver transplant and will be given either sevoflurane or propofol for anesthesia. It aims to understand how these medications affect the risk of delirium after surgery.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 19 years old or older
  • I am scheduled for a liver transplant
  • I will receive sevoflurane or propofol for anesthesia

You may not be able to join if

  • I have hearing loss or communication difficulties
  • I have cognitive impairment or obvious dementia
  • I have hepatic encephalopathy
  • I have been diagnosed with a neurological disorder

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This study is a prospective observational study that analyzes the incidence of postoperative delirium in patients undergoing liver transplantation, based on the use of the inhalational anesthetic sevoflurane and the intravenous anesthetic propofol.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 19 years and older * Patients undergoing liver transplantation who are scheduled to receive anesthesia with the inhaled anesthetic sevoflurane or the intravenous anesthetic propofol. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with hearing loss, cognitive impairment or obv…
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