Ultrasound Guided Topographic Mapping of Medial Antebrachial Cutaneous Nerve
Launched by UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, ANTWERP · Jul 5, 2017
Trial Information
Current as of April 30, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The ethics committee will approved the study and informed consent is obtained. Patients with contraindications for regional anaesthesia will be excluded from the study. 150 patients will be included The arm is placed above and beside the head for scanning (abduction 90 degrees at the shoulder and 90 degrees flexion at the elbow with external rotation) Ultrasound is performed with a 12-18 MHz (Mega-Herz) linear probe (BK medical). The frequency is set to 18 MHz and the depth to 3 cm and adjusted to 1 cm below the brachial artery .
The terminal nerves of the brachial plexus (median, ulnar,ra...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • all patients scheduled for lower arm/hand surgery
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • patient refusal
About University Hospital, Antwerp
University Hospital Antwerp is a leading academic medical center dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on patient-centered care, the hospital fosters a collaborative environment that integrates cutting-edge scientific inquiry with state-of-the-art medical practices. As a prominent sponsor of clinical trials, University Hospital Antwerp is committed to enhancing medical knowledge and improving treatment outcomes across a wide range of specialties, leveraging its expertise to contribute significantly to the global medical community.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Antwerp, , Belgium
Patients applied
Trial Officials
margaretha breebaart
Principal Investigator
Univeristy Hospital Antwerp
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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