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Intra-nasal Dexmedetomidine for Children Undergoing MRI Imaging (DexmedMRI)
This study aims to assess the use of intranasal dexmedetomidine (IN-dex) as a sole agent in aiding the successful completion of a MRI scans in children. Dexmedetomidine, a routinely used anesthetic agent in our institution, has many benefits including sedation with neuro-protective and respiratory sparing features. We will test its effectiveness in completing MRI scans in children that would otherwise be given a full general anesthetic.
Details
| Lead sponsor | University of British Columbia |
|---|---|
| Phase | Phase 4 |
| Status | UNKNOWN |
| Enrolment | 180 |
| Start date | 2019-02 |
| Completion | 2020-10 |
Conditions
- MRI Sedation
Interventions
- Dexmedetomidine
Primary outcomes
- Dose — Immediately after completion of the MRI scan.
The intranasal dexmedetomidine dose in mcg/kg that produces successful completion of MRI scan with acceptable MRI image quality in 90% of individuals (ED 90).