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Dexamethasone and Analgesic Duration After Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Blockade

Launched by UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK, TORONTO · Dec 3, 2008

Trial Information

Current as of August 02, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia Nerve Block Brachial Plexus Mepivicaine Dexamethasone Hand Wrist Surgery Duration Anesthetic Duration Following Brachial Plexus/Nerve Block For Hand/Wrist Surgery

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Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • 1. Patients having unilateral hand or forearm surgery under Supraclavicular brachial plexus blockade.
  • 2. ASA I-III
  • 3. Age 18-60
  • 4. BMI \< 35
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • 1. Patients with a known history of hypersensitivity to local anesthetics and dexamethasone.
  • 2. Contra-indication to regional anesthesia/ supraclavicular brachial plexus blockade e.g. bleeding diathesis, coagulopathy.
  • 3. Peripheral neuropathy.
  • 4. Peptic ulcer disease.
  • 5. Diabetes Mellitus.
  • 6. Inability to give informed consent.

About University Health Network, Toronto

University Health Network (UHN), based in Toronto, is a leading academic health sciences center dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative research and education. As a prominent sponsor of clinical trials, UHN integrates cutting-edge scientific discoveries with clinical practice, facilitating the development of new therapies and treatment modalities. With a commitment to improving health outcomes, UHN collaborates with a diverse network of researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners, fostering an environment that prioritizes patient safety and ethical standards in clinical research. Through its extensive resources and expertise, UHN plays a pivotal role in transforming healthcare and enhancing the quality of life for patients both locally and globally.

Locations

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Timeline

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