Children Under General Anesthesia
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine a effect-site concentration of propofol in children 3 to 11 years effective to make a induction of general anesthesia.
Interventions
to perform endotracheal intubation if number of bispectral index (BIS) is 40-60,
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* obtained informed consent * children between 3 and 11 years * healthy * elective surgery under general anesthesia * no premedication
Exclusion criteria
* body mass index for age \> 95th percentile * chronic or acute intake of any sedative drug * any known adverse effect to the study drugs
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| dose of propofol | two days (duration of hospitalization) | to obtain a dose appropriate of propofol in induction of anesthesia |
Countries
Chile