Exploratory Propofol Dose Finding Study In Neonates

Prospective Exploratory Dose-finding Study in Neonates Receiving a Single Intravenous Propofol Bolus for Endotracheal Intubation During (Semi-)Elective INSURE Procedure or Non-INSURE Procedures in Neonates

The aim of the study is to explore the optimal propofol dose in neonates receiving a single intravenous propofol bolus for endotracheal intubation during (semi-)elective INSURE (intubation-surfactant-extubation) procedure (preterm neonates) and (semi-)elective non-INSURE procedures (term-preterm neonates).

The aim of the study is to evaluate the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of propofol (short acting anesthetic) in 50 neonates to whom the drug is administered as a intravenous bolus. This is part of routine clinical care in patients receiving (semi-) elective intubation. It's the aim to explore the most effective IV propofol dose for a successful INSURE (intubation, surfactant, extubation) procedure and for successful (semi-) elective intubation in non-INSURE procedures. We hereby aim to define the most optimal dose regimen for propofol in neonates.

Intubation condition score was assessed retrospectively by the intubating physician.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Neonates admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit who need short procedural sedation for (semi-) elective intubation will be considered for inclusion, after informed written consent of the parents.
• Patients can be included if they are hemodynamically stable and did not receive sedative or analgesic agents during the previous 24 hours.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Known propofol intolerance