Impact of Low Blood Pressure on Brain Function After Cesarean Section
The Effect of Intraoperative Hypotension on Postoperative Cognitive Functions in Cesarean Section Operations
This study is testing if low blood pressure during spinal anesthesia affects how well women think after having a cesarean section.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Ankara City Hospital Bilkent Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT05843838 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates whether low blood pressure during spinal anesthesia affects cognitive functions in women undergoing cesarean sections. A total of 150 female patients aged 18-40 will be divided into two groups: those experiencing hypotension and those who do not. Both groups will undergo a mini-mental test before and one hour after the procedure to assess cognitive performance. The findings aim to determine if hypotension significantly impacts postoperative cognitive function, potentially leading to improved management strategies for cesarean section patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are female patients aged 18-40 undergoing elective cesarean sections with spinal anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients with pre-existing cognitive impairments or those requiring additional interventions during surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better prevention and treatment of hypotension during cesarean sections, enhancing cognitive outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on hypotension and cognitive function exist, this specific approach in the context of cesarean sections is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female patients between the ages of 18-40 in the ASA2, 3rd categories who will undergo cesarean section with spinal anesthesia who agree to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Failure of the patient to accept * The necessity of an additional intervention to the cesarean section * Change of routine practices on a patient-by-patient basis with the occurrence of complications in the surgical process * Presence of additional diseases * Emergency cases, cases using intraoperative sedation * Those who do not speak the language * Those who have an initial Mini Mental Test score lower than 24
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Ankara Bilkent City Hospital — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: esra uyar türkyılmaz — Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Ankara Turkey
- Study coordinator: nihan aydın güzey
- Email: nihanaydinguzey@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 505 6496231
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.