Patient-controlled Sedation With Propofol During Cataract Surgery Under Topical Anesthesia

Randomised Study of Propofol Versus Placebo for Sedation During Cataract Surgery Under Topical Anesthesia

Controversies exist about the use of propofol in sedation of patients for cataract surgery. This prospective randomised double-blind study evaluates the efficacy of patient-controlled sedation compared with placebo using the same device.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients should be operated of cataract under topical anesthesia

Exclusion Criteria:

• Contra-indication to sedation
• Complicated cataract
• Hypersensitivity to propofol, known or suspected hypersensitivity to egg phospholipid, soybean or peanut protein
• State of acute shock, severe dyslipidemia, severe liver failure, serious bleeding disorders
• Comprehension and language impairment
• Written and signed informed consent by the patient to participate in the study