Does deep neuromuscular block reduce intra-abdominal pressure requirements during laparoscopic surgery? A prospective observational pilot study

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• Conditions: Intra-abdominal pressure during laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery; Minimally required intra-abdominal pressure for adequate surgical exposure/view during laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery; Anaesthesiology - Anaesthetics; Surgery - Surgical techniques

• Registration Number: ACTRN12612000961842
• Lead Sponsor: Dr Roelof van Wijk

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2012-09-06
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

More than 18 years old
ASA 1-3
Indication for laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Exclusion Criteria

Lack of English language skills
Psychiatric or mental issues precluding proper informed consent
Pregnancy

Study & Design

• Study Type: Observational
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
owest acceptable continuous intra-abdominal pressure (IAP cm H2O) derived from the inflation device.[before and after administration of rocuronium]

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Patient age, gender, weight, length, and BMI[Baseline (before surgery)];Max plateau and peek airway pressures at standardized ventilation settings (50% O2 in air; 5 PEEP; I:E=1:1.5; Respiratory Rate 12; target etCO2 at between 35 and 40 cmHg)[Every 15 min throughout the surgery];Exposure Rating: 1 (excellent) to 3 (poor)[before and after administration of rocuronium];Level of Surgical Expertise: Registrar; Fellow; Consultant[at the time of surgery]