Ultrasound Guided Caudal Block for Benign Anal Surgery
Launched by UNIVERSIDAD DE ANTIOQUIA · Nov 15, 2017
Trial Information
Current as of June 10, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Postoperative pain is an important symptom in patients after benign anal canal surgery. Caudal block has been described to decrease postoperative pain in this type of surgery. Ultrasound is a tool that facilitates its performance and increases the rate of a successful block.
Objective:
To determine the usefulness of ultrasound guided caudal block in anesthesia and postoperative analgesia in patients scheduled for benign anal surgery. Methods : Interventional study in adult patients that received ultrasound caudal anesthetic block before benign anal surgery. The investigators evaluated ana...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • age from 18 to 70 year old patient
- • schedule for benign anal surgery ( hemorrhoids, anal fistula, fissure or abcess )
- • Caudal analgesic injection before surgery
- • Use of ultrasound to guide needle insertion into caudal space
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • cognitive impairment
- • verbal communication impairment
- • infection in skin at injection site
- • coagulopathy
- • technique refusal
About Universidad De Antioquia
The Universidad de Antioquia, a prestigious institution located in Medellín, Colombia, is dedicated to advancing medical research and education through innovative clinical trials. Renowned for its commitment to scientific excellence, the university fosters collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to explore cutting-edge therapies and improve patient outcomes. With a focus on ethical research practices and community health, the Universidad de Antioquia aims to contribute significantly to the global medical landscape by developing evidence-based solutions that address pressing health challenges.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Adriana M Cadavid, MD
Principal Investigator
Anesthesiology Professor
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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