Measuring optic nerve sheath diameter during laparoscopic surgery

Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Intraoperative Optic Nerve Sheath Diameter Changes in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Surgery

Not applicable Interventional Kocaeli University · NCT06209034

This study is testing how laparoscopic surgery affects the size of the optic nerve sheath to see if it can indicate changes in pressure inside the skull.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment55 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorKocaeli University Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Kocaeli and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06209034 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the changes in optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) during laparoscopic surgery using ultrasonography. It aims to assess the relationship between laparoscopic procedures and potential increases in intracranial pressure (ICP) by measuring ONSD non-invasively. The measurements will be taken bilaterally at a specific point behind the optic nerve entry into the globe throughout the surgical process. This approach seeks to provide real-time data on ICP changes during surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 18-75 who are classified as ASA I-III and are scheduled for laparoscopic surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with ASA IV-V classifications, known ophthalmic diseases, or a history of neurological disorders will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of intracranial pressure dynamics during laparoscopic surgery, potentially improving patient safety and outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that ultrasonographic measurement of ONSD is a reliable method for assessing ICP, indicating that this approach has been validated in similar contexts.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 18-75 aged patients
* American Society of Anesthesiologists Classification (ASA) I-II-III patients
* Patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

* American Society of Anesthesiologists Classification (ASA) IV-V patients
* Those with known ophthalmic disease
* Those with a history of ophthalmic surgery
* Those with any known neurological disorder
* History of intracranial hypertension
* Patients who will undergo open abdominal surgery

Where this trial is running

Kocaeli and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Optic Nerve Sheath DiameterIntracranial Pressure IncreaseUltrasonographyOptic nerve sheath diameterLaparoscopic surgery
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