Using Remimazolam to Improve Recovery After Stomach Surgery for Cancer

Effect and Mechanism of Remimazolam Benzenesulfonate on Eenhanced Recovery After Surgery in Patients Undergoing Radical Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer

Not applicable Interventional Shaoxing Hospital of Zhejiang University · NCT05559151

This study is testing if a medication called Remimazolam can help people recover better after stomach surgery for cancer compared to another medication called Propofol.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorShaoxing Hospital of Zhejiang University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Shaoxing, Zhejiang)
Trial IDNCT05559151 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of Remimazolam Benzenesulfonate on postoperative recovery in patients undergoing radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer. A total of 60 patients will be randomly assigned to receive either Remimazolam or Propofol during their surgery, with the aim of comparing recovery outcomes and inflammatory responses between the two groups. The study will monitor various parameters, including postoperative complications, recovery times, and inflammatory cytokine levels, to assess the potential benefits of Remimazolam in enhancing recovery after surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 18-75 undergoing elective laparoscopic radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer.

Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit include those under 18 or over 75, those with severe comorbidities, or those with a history of substance abuse.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved recovery times and reduced complications for patients undergoing radical gastrectomy.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar anesthetic approaches, suggesting potential for success in this trial.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: Sixty patients undergoing elective laparoscopic radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer; aged 18-75 years; ASA≤ⅲ .

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Exclusion Criteria: Emergency surgery or non-radical gastrectomy patients; age \< 18 or \> 75 years old, ASA grade ≥IV. Benzodiazepines or other narcotic drug allergy patients; patients with neurological and psychiatric disorders, long-term use of sedatives or antidepressants; has a history of alcoholism or drug dependence; intraoperative find distant metastasis; receive radiation and chemotherapy, cachexia; patients with a history of other malignant tumors within five years; the patient refused to participate in the study.

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Where this trial is running

Shaoxing, Zhejiang

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 Remimazolam Benzenesulfonate on Nenhanced Recovery After SurgeryPossible Molecular Mechanism of Remimazolam BenzenesulfonateRemimazolam BenzenesulfonateERASRadical Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.