Postoperative Behavioral Changes in Children.

Launched by BASKENT UNIVERSITY · Jan 6, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how children behave before and after dental treatments under general anesthesia. Researchers want to understand how feelings of anxiety and negative thoughts can affect kids aged 3 to 12 during dental visits. By observing children who are scheduled for dental procedures, the study aims to find ways to help reduce anxiety and improve their overall experience.

To be part of this study, children must be between 3 and 12 years old and categorized as healthy or mildly ill according to a specific medical classification (ASA groups 1 and 2). Children with psychiatric disorders or who have a history of substance use that may impact their thinking cannot participate. The study is not currently recruiting participants, but once it does, families will be informed about what to expect during the process. It’s an important step toward making dental visits easier and less stressful for children.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients categorized as American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) groups 1 and 2.
• • 2. Children aged 3 to 12 years who are scheduled to receive dental treatment under general anesthesia.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. The child patient or parent has a diagnosed psychiatric disorder.
• • 2. There is a history of substance use that may affect cognitive function.
• • 3. The parent has declined to participate in the study.
• • 4. The child patient or parent does not speak Turkish.
• • 5. Patients categorized as American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) group 3 and 4.