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Anesthesia, GeneralPhase 3NCT02492282

Evaluation of a Novel Closed-loop Propofol and Remifentanil System Guided by Bispectral Index Compared to a TCI Open-loop System

A Phase 3 study testing Closed-Loop propofol and remifentanil system by Bispectral Index and propofol in people with Anesthesia, General and Anesthesia, Intravenous, run by Universidad de Antioquia at 1 site in Colombia.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

Closed loop system in intravenous anesthesia is more effective to maintain depth of anesthesia compared with manual system open, it is unclear what driver and variables to achieve this goal be more physiological; in the literature doesn´t exist studies showing that the closed-loop system for both hypnotic and opioid… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Anesthesia, General, Anesthesia, Intravenous
What is being tested?
Closed-Loop propofol and remifentanil system by Bispectral Index and propofol
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
150 participants
Where
1 siteColombia
Study dates
Jun 2015to Apr 2016
Phase
Phase 3
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Older than 18 years
  • Scheduled for noncardiac surgery elective low-risk or intermediate
  • Expected surgery time greater than 1 hour
  • Procedure requiring general anesthesia
  • Classification of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) as I or II

Who cannot join

  • Pregnant women
  • Surgery scheduled urgent or emergency
  • Personal history of allergy to eggs or any other part of propofol
  • Personal history of abnormalities or congenital or acquired cognitive sequels: infantile cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, cerebral ischemic disease, traumatic brain injury, brain tumor, autism.
  • Chronic use of benzodiazepines or antipsychotics
  • A patient who does not consent to participate in the study prior to surgery or before randomization
  • Need for anesthetic or analgesic blockade before surgery peripheral nerve

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Colombia1 site
  • Hospital Universitario San Vicente Fundación

    Medellín, Antioquia

Other trials in Colombia

About this study

Official title: Evaluation of a Novel Closed-loop Propofol and Remifentanil System Guided by Bispectral Index Compared to a TCI Open-loop System: a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Closed loop system in intravenous anesthesia is more effective to maintain depth of anesthesia compared with manual system open, it is unclear what driver and variables to achieve this goal be more physiological; in the literature doesn´t exist studies showing that the closed-loop system for both hypnotic and opioid is better than the controlled pharmacokinetic models and open loop system (target controlled infusion-TCI) to maintain anesthetic depth. In addition, the infusion of the opioid lacks physiological controllers in closed loop. Thus, a system was designed for intravenous anesthesia in closed loop for propofol as hypnotic based on neuromonitoring bispectral index as anesthetic depth, and was integrated an additional closed system for remifentanil using hemodynamic variables and control algorithm associated with bispectral index.

The purpose of this study is to determine the therapeutic effectiveness of a new system of administration of intravenous anesthesia in closed loop to maintain a depth of anesthesia compared to an open loop system TCI.

Read the detailed description

Total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA) is a technique in which general anesthesia is administered intravenously, exclusively, a combination of drugs in the absence of any anesthetic agent inhaled1. TIVA development is closely linked to that of perfusion systems; these make total intravenous anesthesia enjoy several advantages as high hemodynamic stability, anesthetic depth more balanced, rapid and predictable recovery, less medication administered, less pollution and lower toxicity , not only for the patient also for the surgical equipment 2,3, 4 .

Two methods for controlling drug administration can be distinguished: open-loop and closed-loop control.

Open loop control applies pharmacokinetics (PK)/pharmacodynamics (PD) models based on the estimation of concentration of the drug in certain parts of the body, without measuring these concentrations in real time. The inaccuracy resulting from the absolute concentration requires the clinician to manually titrate dosage and objective observation based on the concentration of the desired therapeutic effect. This titration requires high clinical experience and a process of intensive monitoring, which may divert the attention from critical situations which in turn leads to suboptimal therapy or even to put safety at risk patient5, 6.

The application of closed-loop systems for the administration of an anesthetic requires a perfect balance of all the basic components of a system of this type: a variable control of the specific therapeutic effect; a target value for this variable (usually called set point); an actuator control (in this case, the drug infusion pump); a system (in this case the patient); and control algorithm7. This system excludes the control anesthesiologist drug infusion which is determined by one or more clinical variables that directly reflect the relationship PK / PD which previously established the attending anesthesiologist. The controller automatically calculates the optimal rate of infusion based on the current value and the desired value of the controlling variable and previously established mathematical models.

With the appearance of electroencephalographic monitoring practice as a control variable, began to conduct studies to assess the cerebral effect of anesthetics. Linear model two compartments is used to describe the relationship of drug concentration and an adaptive controller and this system was used subsequently using EEG to study the interaction of opioid and propofol 8,9. After marketing bispectral index derived from the EEG, began to evaluate closed loop systems using the BIS technology in several studies concluding that such systems not only makes more predictable anesthetic depth, but provides greater intraoperative hemodynamic stability and early recovery of the sedative and hypnotic effects of propofol 10,11,12,13,14.

Closed loop system in intravenous anesthesia is more effective to maintain the depth of anesthesia compared with manual system open, it is unclear what the driver and the variables to achieve this goal be more physiological and accurately; in the literature doesn´t exist studies showing that the closed-loop system for both hypnotic and opioid is better than the controlled pharmacokinetic models and open loop system to maintain anesthetic depth. In addition, the infusion of the opioid lacks physiological controllers in closed loop. Thus, a system was designed for intravenous anesthesia in closed loop for propofol as hypnotic based on neuromonitoring bispectral index as anesthetic depth, and was integrated an additional closed system for remifentanil using hemodynamic variables and control algorithm associated with bispectral index.

The purpose of this study is to determine the therapeutic effectiveness of a new system of administration of intravenous anesthesia in closed loop to maintain a depth of anesthesia compared to an open loop system TCI.

Being tested
Closed-Loop propofol and remifentanil system by Bispectral Index, Open-Loop propofol and remifentanil by Target Controlled Infusion, propofol

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Closed-Loop propofol and remifentanil system by Bispectral IndexDevice

  • Open-Loop propofol and remifentanil by Target Controlled InfusionDevice

  • propofolDrug

Study groups in NCT02492282
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Closed-LoopExperimentalThis group includes patients with randomization process be assigned to closed loop intravenous anesthesia; the system evaluates, feeds and acts according to the patient's bispectral index, excluding the anesthesiologist. This system use a variable control of specific therapeutic effect; a target value for this variable (set point); an actuator control (infusion pump), a system (patient) and a control algorithm.
Receives: Device: Closed-Loop propofol and remifentanil system by Bispectral Index; Drug: propofol
Open-LoopActive comparatorThis group includes patients with the randomization process are assigned to open loop in which the application of anesthetics is exclusively with pharmacokinetic parameters using TCI and employs mathematical models drug. For propofol used Schneider model and Minto model for remifentanil based on effective site concentration. Changes will be made by the anesthesiologist according to his criteria, trying to keep the BIS range of 40 and 60.
Receives: Device: Open-Loop propofol and remifentanil by Target Controlled Infusion; Drug: propofol

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Time in adequate anesthetic depth

    Difference in therapeutic effectiveness determined by the time in state suitable anesthetic depth. The proper anesthetic depth is defined as the efficacy to maintain a Bispectral Index in the range of 40 - 60 during a surgery.

    Measured: intraoperative

Secondary outcomes (9)
  1. Proportion of patients with adequate anesthetic depth

    Difference in the proportion of patients with adequate depth of anesthesia. Anesthetic depth is defined as appropriate when the percentage of time the patient spends in this range (BIS between 40 and 60) is greater than 80%.

    Measured: intraoperative

  2. Difference in technical performance drivers intravenous infusion

    The performance will be determined using methods Varvel et al. Performance error (PE) is defined as the difference between the actual value and the target value. Median performance error (MDPE) and Error Performance Absolute Median (MDAPE) as measures of validity and accuracy, respectively. Wobble as a measure of variability in performance error.

    Measured: intraoperative

  3. Difference in the proportion of patients with adequate intraoperative analgesia

    Difference in the proportion of patients with adequate analgesia intraoperative defined according to the values of "analgoscore", a scale for the measurement of intraoperative pain developed and validated by Hemmerling et al. It is based on measuring the averagely nociception determined mean arterial pressure and heart rate, which generates a numerical range between -9 and 9. A value between -3 and +3 represents excellent pain control; a value between -6 to -3 and +3 to +6 indicates good pain control;-6 To -9 and +9 +6 it indicates inadequate pain control. Adequate intraoperative analgesia is considered when the percentage of time the patient spends in the range of values between - 6 and +6 is greater than 80%.

    Measured: intraoperative

  4. Difference in the proportion of patients in which they have to perform manual modification of the drug infusion.

    Any manual handling of the anesthesia system is considered one that performs different from the initial programming output.

    Measured: intraoperative

  5. Difference in the rate of change of an intravenous anesthetic technique to a technique based on halogenated.

    Measured: intraoperative

  6. Amount of anesthetic medications used during the anesthetic

    Measured: intraoperative

  7. Proportion of patients with haemodynamic instability.

    Hemodynamic instability any of the following events are considered: Reduction of more than 20% of the basal MAP and HR increased more than 10% of baseline; Decreased heart rate less than 10% increase in MAP and more than 5%; Need for vasopressor support with bolus or continuous infusion of drugs alpha and / or beta-agonists; Parasympatholytic need.

    Measured: intraoperative

  8. Proportion of patients with intraoperative recall

    Difference in the proportion of patients with intraoperative recall. Intraoperative recall will be measured with a validated scale as Michigan scale, which ranks intraoperative recall in 6 classes: Class 0, where there are no symptoms of memory; Class 1, isolated auditory perceptions; Class 2, tactile perceptions, such as surgical manipulation or endotracheal intubation; Class 3, Pain; Class 4, paralysis defined as the feeling of being unable to move, speak or breathe; Class 5, paralysis and pain. If any of these classes is associated with negative emotional impact (fear, anxiety, suffocation feeling of death, etc.) will be added to the letter D

    Measured: 2 hours after surgery

  9. Proportion of patients with awakening during anesthetic maintenance

    It will be as any episode of patient movement during surgical painful stimulus including upper, lower or respiratory system (cough reflex to the presence of the endotracheal tube) extremities.

    Measured: intraoperative

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted8 Jul 2015 (estimated)
  2. Study startJun 2015
  3. Primary completionDec 2015
  4. Study completionApr 2016

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 3
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
150 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT02492282
Sponsor's protocol ID
TIVA-15517889
Status last verified
Jun 2016
First submitted
4 Jul 2015
Last updated
20 Jun 2016
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes

Publications

  • Carregal A, Lorenzo A, Taboada JA, Barreiro JL. [Intraoperative control of mean arterial pressure and heart rate with alfentanyl with fuzzy logic]. Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim. 2000 Mar;47(3):108-13. Spanish.

    PubMed 10800361
  • Ngan Kee WD, Khaw KS, Ng FF, Tam YH. Randomized comparison of closed-loop feedback computer-controlled with manual-controlled infusion of phenylephrine for maintaining arterial pressure during spinal anaesthesia for caesarean delivery. Br J Anaesth. 2013 Jan;110(1):59-65. doi: 10.1093/bja/aes339. Epub 2012 Sep 25.

    PubMed 23015618
  • Janda M, Simanski O, Bajorat J, Pohl B, Noeldge-Schomburg GF, Hofmockel R. Clinical evaluation of a simultaneous closed-loop anaesthesia control system for depth of anaesthesia and neuromuscular blockade*. Anaesthesia. 2011 Dec;66(12):1112-20. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2044.2011.06875.x. Epub 2011 Sep 23.

    PubMed 21950720
  • Liu N, Chazot T, Trillat B, Pirracchio R, Law-Koune JD, Barvais L, Fischler M. Feasibility of closed-loop titration of propofol guided by the Bispectral Index for general anaesthesia induction: a prospective randomized study. Eur J Anaesthesiol. 2006 Jun;23(6):465-9. doi: 10.1017/S0265021506000196.

    PubMed 16672092
  • Sakai T, Matsuki A, White PF, Giesecke AH. Use of an EEG-bispectral closed-loop delivery system for administering propofol. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand. 2000 Sep;44(8):1007-10. doi: 10.1034/j.1399-6576.2000.440819.x.

    PubMed 10981581
  • De Smet T, Struys MM, Neckebroek MM, Van den Hauwe K, Bonte S, Mortier EP. The accuracy and clinical feasibility of a new bayesian-based closed-loop control system for propofol administration using the bispectral index as a controlled variable. Anesth Analg. 2008 Oct;107(4):1200-10. doi: 10.1213/ane.0b013e31817bd1a6.

    PubMed 18806028
  • Puri GD, Kumar B, Aveek J. Closed-loop anaesthesia delivery system (CLADS) using bispectral index: a performance assessment study. Anaesth Intensive Care. 2007 Jun;35(3):357-62. doi: 10.1177/0310057X0703500306.

    PubMed 17591128
  • Struys MM, De Smet T, Versichelen LF, Van De Velde S, Van den Broecke R, Mortier EP. Comparison of closed-loop controlled administration of propofol using Bispectral Index as the controlled variable versus "standard practice" controlled administration. Anesthesiology. 2001 Jul;95(1):6-17. doi: 10.1097/00000542-200107000-00007.

    PubMed 11465585
  • Hemmerling TM, Arbeid E, Wehbe M, Cyr S, Taddei R, Zaouter C. Evaluation of a novel closed-loop total intravenous anaesthesia drug delivery system: a randomized controlled trial. Br J Anaesth. 2013 Jun;110(6):1031-9. doi: 10.1093/bja/aet001. Epub 2013 Feb 20.

    PubMed 23427212

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 3 study testing Closed-Loop propofol and remifentanil system by Bispectral Index and propofol in people with Anesthesia, General and Anesthesia, Intravenous, run by Universidad de Antioquia at 1 site in Colombia.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 20 Jun 2016. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Colombia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 3 studies compare the treatment with the current standard treatment or a placebo in a large group, to confirm how well it works and watch for side effects.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Time in adequate anesthetic depth (time frame: intraoperative). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT02492282, which also lists 9 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 20 Jun 2016.

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