Network Signatures of Propofol-Induced Anesthesia
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February 9, 2026
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Study examines propofol anesthesia's impact on alpha-band connectivity.
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High-density EEG analysis was conducted on 31 surgical patients.
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Significant reductions in alpha-band connectivity linked to loss of consciousness.
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87% accuracy found in distinguishing unconsciousness from wakefulness.
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Alpha connectivity critical to consciousness transition identified.
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Study acknowledged limitations and calls for further exploration.
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Results underscore importance of brain functional networks in understanding anesthesia effects.
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A prospective observational study published in Cell Reports Medicine reveals that propofol-induced general anesthesia leads to significant alterations in brain connectivity patterns, particularly affecting alpha-band functional connectivity among parietal, occipital, and subcortical regions. Conducted with 31 surgical patients, the research utilized high-density EEGs to assess consciousness levels during anesthesia induction. Notably, alpha-band connectivity reduction was found to be crucial in distinguishing unconsciousness from wakefulness, indicating a rapid shift in brain network function surrounding the loss of consciousness.
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1
Study examines propofol anesthesia's impact on alpha-band connectivity.
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2
High-density EEG analysis was conducted on 31 surgical patients.
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3
Significant reductions in alpha-band connectivity linked to loss of consciousness.
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4
87% accuracy found in distinguishing unconsciousness from wakefulness.
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5
Alpha connectivity critical to consciousness transition identified.
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6
Study acknowledged limitations and calls for further exploration.
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7
Results underscore importance of brain functional networks in understanding anesthesia effects.
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