SedationNCT07580768
Sedation With Dexmedetomidine or Midazolam in Combination With Propofol for Removal of Double-J Ureteral Stent
A study testing Propofol, Propofol and Dexmedetomidine and Propofol and Midazolam in people with Sedation and Dexmedetomidine, run by Tanta University at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of intravenous sedation using propofol alone or in combination with dexmedetomidine or midazolam for the removal of double J (D-J) ureteral stent. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 21 to 65 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Sedation, Dexmedetomidine, Midazolam
- What is being tested?
- Propofol, Propofol and Dexmedetomidine and Propofol and Midazolam
- Type of treatment
- Injection or infusion
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 60 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- 1 Nov 2024to 1 Oct 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- 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 21 to 65 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Age from 21 to 65 years.
- Both sex.
- Physical status of the patients were from I-III according to American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA).
- Patients underwent Double-J ureteral stent removal.
Who cannot join
- Symptoms of lower urinary tract infection.
- Stenosis of the urethra during cystoscopy.
- Renal impairment (serum creatinine >1.5 mg/dL).
- Chronic pain syndrome.
- Mental disorder and difficulty in communication.
- History of chronic use of sedatives, alcohol and narcotics.
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- Bradycardia (heart rate less than 50 beats per minute).
- Systolic blood pressure less than 90 mm Hg.
- Taking a sedative or analgesic 24 hours before surgery.
- Body mass index (BMI) equal or over 35 kg/m2.
- History of allergy to one of the drugs used in the study.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Sedation With Dexmedetomidine or Midazolam in Combination With Propofol for Removal of Double-J Ureteral Stent: A Randomized Double-Blinded Study
The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of intravenous sedation using propofol alone or in combination with dexmedetomidine or midazolam for the removal of double J (D-J) ureteral stent.
Read the detailed description
Ureteral double J (D-J) stents have been common practice in the management of various urological conditions. D-J stents are often employed to alleviate pain, prevent infection, and clear obstructions encountered during urological treatments.
Dexmedetomidine is a selective α2-adrenergic receptor agonist ( α2- AR), offering both sedation and pain relief while preserving respiratory function. Despite these benefits, one of the potential drawbacks of this medication is its tendency to lower both heart rate and blood pressure as a result of its sympatholytic properties.
Midazolam, a drug belonging to the benzodiazepines class, is commonly used for premedication before anesthesia, procedural sedation, and managing intense agitation.
- Conditions
- Sedation, Dexmedetomidine, Midazolam, Propofol, Double-J Ureteral Stent
- Being tested
- Propofol, Propofol and Dexmedetomidine, Propofol and Midazolam
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
PropofolDrug
Patients received 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min then intravenous propofol titrated with normal saline and injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs.
Propofol and DexmedetomidineDrug
Patients received dexmedetomidine 1 µg/kg intravenous titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs.
Propofol and MidazolamDrug
Patients received midazolam 0.05 mg/kg titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Group P (Propofol alone) | Active comparator | Patients received 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min then intravenous propofol titrated with normal saline and injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. Receives: Drug: Propofol |
| Group D (Propofol and Dexmedetomidine) | Experimental | Patients received dexmedetomidine 1 µg/kg intravenous titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs Receives: Drug: Propofol and Dexmedetomidine |
| Group M (Propofol and Midazolam) | Experimental | Patients received midazolam 0.05 mg/kg titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. Receives: Drug: Propofol and Midazolam |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Total propofol consumption
Total propofol consumption was recorded.
Measured: Intraoperatively
Secondary outcomes (4)
Sedation level
Sedation level was assessed preoperatively, every 5 minutes during the procedure and every 10 min during stay in the recovery area by Ramsay sedation scale classified 1-6 (1= anxious, 2= calm,3= lethargic, 4= confused and responsive to auditory stimuli, 5= sluggish response to auditory stimuli, 6= No response to painful stimuli)
Measured: 30 minutes in the recovery area
Degree of patient satisfaction
Degree of patient satisfaction was assessed by using a 5 point Likert scale as follows 1. extremely dissatisfied; 2. unsatisfied; 3. neutral; 4. satisfied; 5. extremely satisfied
Measured: 24 hours postoperatively
Duration of stay in the recovery area
Duration of stay in the recovery area was recorded.
Measured: 30 minutes in the recovery area
Incidence of complications
Incidence of complications such as apnea, laryngospasm, hypotension, bradycardia, nausea, vomiting, or any other complication were recorded.
Measured: 24 hours postoperatively
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted12 May 2026
- Study start1 Nov 2024
- Primary completion1 Oct 2025
- Study completion1 Oct 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for SedationStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Tanta UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
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 N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Tanta University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Reem Adel Hafiz, Tanta University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07580768
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 36264MS734/11/24
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 5 May 2026
- Last updated
- 12 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: The data will be available upon a reasonable request from the corresponding author after the end of study for one year.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 12 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Sedation With Dexmedetomidine or Midazolam in Combination With Propofol for Removal of Double-J Ureteral Stent: A Randomized Double-Blinded Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07580768
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 36264MS734/11/24
- Conditions
- Sedation, Dexmedetomidine, Midazolam, Propofol, Double-J Ureteral Stent
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Tanta UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Nov 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Oct 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Oct 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 12 May 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of intravenous sedation using propofol alone or in combination with dexmedetomidine or midazolam for the removal of double J (D-J) ureteral stent.
Detailed description
Ureteral double J (D-J) stents have been common practice in the management of various urological conditions. D-J stents are often employed to alleviate pain, prevent infection, and clear obstructions encountered during urological treatments.
Dexmedetomidine is a selective α2-adrenergic receptor agonist ( α2- AR), offering both sedation and pain relief while preserving respiratory function. Despite these benefits, one of the potential drawbacks of this medication is its tendency to lower both heart rate and blood pressure as a result of its sympatholytic properties.
Midazolam, a drug belonging to the benzodiazepines class, is commonly used for premedication before anesthesia, procedural sedation, and managing intense agitation.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Group P (Propofol alone) | Active comparator | Drug: PropofolPatients received 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min then intravenous propofol titrated with normal saline and injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. |
| Group D (Propofol and Dexmedetomidine) | Experimental | Drug: Propofol and DexmedetomidinePatients received dexmedetomidine 1 µg/kg intravenous titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs |
| Group M (Propofol and Midazolam) | Experimental | Drug: Propofol and MidazolamPatients received midazolam 0.05 mg/kg titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 21 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Age from 21 to 65 years.
- Both sex.
- Physical status of the patients were from I-III according to American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA).
- Patients underwent Double-J ureteral stent removal.
Key exclusion criteria (11 listed)
- Symptoms of lower urinary tract infection.
- Stenosis of the urethra during cystoscopy.
- Renal impairment (serum creatinine >1.5 mg/dL).
- Chronic pain syndrome.
- Mental disorder and difficulty in communication.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| PropofolPatients received 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min then intravenous propofol titrated with normal saline and injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. | Drug | Group P (Propofol alone) |
| Propofol and DexmedetomidinePatients received dexmedetomidine 1 µg/kg intravenous titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. | Drug | Group D (Propofol and Dexmedetomidine) |
| Propofol and MidazolamPatients received midazolam 0.05 mg/kg titrated with 10 ml of normal saline injected intravenous within 10 min prior to propofol administration by 10 min. Propofol was injected with a dose of 1.5 mg/kg for the first bolus dose followed by intermittent doses of 20 mg per dose according to patient's needs. | Drug | Group M (Propofol and Midazolam) |
Primary outcome
Total propofol consumption
Time frame: Intraoperatively
Total propofol consumption was recorded.
4 secondary outcomes
Sedation level
Time frame: 30 minutes in the recovery area
Degree of patient satisfaction
Time frame: 24 hours postoperatively
Duration of stay in the recovery area
Time frame: 30 minutes in the recovery area
Incidence of complications
Time frame: 24 hours postoperatively
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 12 May 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. The data will be available upon a reasonable request from the corresponding author after the end of study for one year.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Propofol, Propofol and Dexmedetomidine and Propofol and Midazolam in people with Sedation and Dexmedetomidine, run by Tanta University at 1 site in Egypt.
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 4 inclusion and 11 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 12 May 2026. 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 Egypt. 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.
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?
Total propofol consumption (time frame: Intraoperatively). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
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 12 May 2026.