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Compares treatment options for Shoulder Arthroscopy Blocks
Official title Effect of Dexamethasone Adjuvant in Combined Supraclavicular Block and Suprascapular Block Versus Interscalene Block in Patients Undergoing Shoulder Arthroscopy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06262893
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- In this study the investigators aim to compare the effect of the suprascapular- supraclavicular nerve block in association with dexamethasone to that of the interscalene brachial plexus block on analgesic effect during arthroscopic shoulder surgery, as postoperative pain scores ,postoperative consumption of analgesic rescue medications and diaphragmatic excursion assessment.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- ASA status 1,2.
- Age 18 years or older
- Elective shoulder arthroscopic surgery under general anesthesia and nerve block performed preoperatively.
You likely can't join if
- Patient refusal
- Serious cardiac arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation) or unstable coronary artery disease.
- Use of drugs that act on the autonomic nervous system (including β- blockers).
- Coagulation disorders..
- Anatomical disorders and/or neuropathic disease.
- BMI above 40.
See the full eligibility criteria
- ASA status 1,2.
- Age 18 years or older
- Elective shoulder arthroscopic surgery under general anesthesia and nerve block performed preoperatively.
- Patient refusal
- Serious cardiac arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation) or unstable coronary artery disease.
- Use of drugs that act on the autonomic nervous system (including β- blockers).
- Coagulation disorders..
- Anatomical disorders and/or neuropathic disease.
- BMI above 40.
- History of substance abuse.
- Chronic use of psychotropic and/or opioid.
- History of psychiatric diseases needing treatment.
- Allergy to any drug in the study protocol.
- Failure of nerve block performed in the preoperative block room when tested prior to entering the operating room (i.e. lack of loss of sensation to ice at the shoulder incision level).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Asyut, Egypt
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Asyut, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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