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Compares treatment options for Regional Anesthesia Morbidity
Official title Ketamine Versus Dexmedetomidine as an Adjuvant in Scalp Block in Supratentorial Brain Tumor Excision Surgeries
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07698665
What this study is testing
What is Scalp Block with Bupivacaine?
Scalp Block with Bupivacaine is an investigational medicine, given as an injection under the skin, being studied as a potential treatment for regional anesthesia morbidity.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- Supratentorial brain tumor surgeries are associated with significant nociceptive stimulation and postoperative pain, which may adversely affect patient outcomes. Scalp block has emerged as an effective regional anesthetic technique to improve analgesia and reduce opioid consumption.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 60. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age from 20 to 60 years, both sexes, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status II-III, Supratentorial tumor excision, Supine...
- and operation time: less than 6 hours.
You likely can't join if
- Patient refusal, disturbed consciousness level (Glasgow Coma Scale [GCS] \< 15). Patients who required reintubation during the study period, those...
- Postictal state or uncontrolled/recurrent seizures, known allergy to dexmedetomidine or ketamine, difficult intubation (Mallampati score \> III) or...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cairo, Governorate, Egypt
- Cairo, 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, 20 years to 60 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cairo, Governorate, Egypt; Cairo, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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