Assessing Patient Satisfaction after Cataract Surgery with Monitored Anesthesia Care versus Nurse Sedation using the Iowa Satisfaction with Anesthesia Scale (ISAS)

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to assess patient satisfaction differences, if any, with cataract surgery using the validated Iowa Satisfaction with Anesthesia Scale in patient groups undergoing either monitored anesthesia care or nurse sedation care.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults (Age >20) undergoing elective cataract surgery with use of local anesthesia.

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Conversion to general anesthesia 
  • Cases requiring postoperative hospital admission 
  • Children
  • Cases involving retrobulbar/any ocular blocks

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Jacksonville, Fla.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Ryan Chadha, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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