Use of Subanesthetic Dose Propofol Before Extubation

Effect of Subanesthetic Dose Propofol Use Before Extubation on Recovery From Anesthesia, Agitation on Recovery, and Patient Satisfaction

This study investigates whether administering a low, sub-anesthetic dose of propofol before extubation can reduce emergence agitation and improve perioperative comfort in patients undergoing rhinoplasty. Emergence agitation refers to restlessness and confusion during early recovery from anesthesia, which may affect patient safety and surgical conditions. The study evaluates agitation levels, recovery characteristics, and patient-reported comfort following propofol administration compared with standard care.

This study aims to evaluate whether administering a sub-anesthetic dose of propofol before extubation can reduce emergence agitation, enhance recovery characteristics, and improve patient comfort in adults undergoing rhinoplasty surgery. Emergence agitation is a common phenomenon during early recovery from general anesthesia and can involve restlessness, disorientation, and involuntary movements, potentially affecting patient safety and surgical outcomes. The study uses a randomized controlled design to compare peri-extubation responses between patients receiving low-dose propofol and those receiving standard care.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Ages 18-65 years
• Patients scheduled for rhinoplasty surgery
• ASA physical status I-II
• No respiratory tract infection
• Provided written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Refusal to participate
• Presence of any respiratory tract infection
• Younger than 18 or older than 65
• ASA III-IV
• Known allergy to study medications
• Predicted difficult intubation