The Efficacy of 20 mg Parecoxib as an Adjunct to 0.75% Ropivacaine in Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block for Upper Limb Surgery
Launched by UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA · Mar 20, 2018
Trial Information
Current as of May 13, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Brachial plexus block (BPB) has enjoyed ubiquitous popularity for upper limb surgeries.There are a few common techniques for BPB and one of the most frequently-utilised one is supraclavicular BPB since it provides a quick-onset, efficient, safe and dense anaesthesia for surgical procedures that involve the proximal mid-humerus down to the distal hand. At present, most BPB techniques have been widely performed under ultrasound guidance to enhance the BPB's success rate and lessen its complications.
There are several adjunct drugs that can be mixed with local anaesthetics agents (e.g. ropiva...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. American Society of Anaesthesiology Physical Status Gred 1 and 2
- • 2. Expected duration of surgery is between 1 and 4 hours
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Subjects who refused brachial plexus block
- • 2. Know allergies to parecoxib, other NSAID and anaesthetic agents
- • 3. Pregnancy
- • 4. Prior history of brachial plexus injury
- • 5. Chronic pain history which long term use of analgesic medications
- • 6. Coagulopathy
- • 7. Systemic or local infection at the injection site
- • 8. Known neuropathy affecting the limb which undergo the surgical procedures
About Universiti Sains Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a leading research university in Malaysia, renowned for its commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation in the healthcare sector. As a clinical trial sponsor, USM leverages its multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct rigorous research aimed at improving patient outcomes and addressing pressing health challenges. The university fosters collaboration among researchers, medical professionals, and industry partners, ensuring that its clinical trials are conducted with the highest ethical standards and scientific integrity. Through its dedication to excellence in research and education, USM plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare both locally and globally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Vivekananda Gunasekaran, MBBS
Principal Investigator
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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