Intrathecal Versus Intravenous Dexmedetomidine in Prostate Transurethral Resection
Launched by TANTA UNIVERSITY · Aug 30, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of August 02, 2025
Unknown status
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Multiple prostatic pathologies become evident in the elderly males. Of them, benign prostatic hyperplasia is one of the most prevalent issues in aging men and transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) still represents the standard surgical treatment.
Most transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) procedures are performed under spinal anesthesia. Spinal anesthesia has many advantages including, easy application, low cost, decreasing the risk of aspiration, decreasing intraoperative bleeding, eliminating the need for mechanical ventilation together with the decreased risk of intrao...
Gender
MALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Cases aged between 50 and 70 years
- • Having class I or II according to the American society of anesthesiologists (ASA)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Cases with heart block
- • Dysrhythmia
- • Contraindications for spinal anesthesia
- • Known allergy to the study medications
- • Classified as ASA class \> II
- • Alpha 2 agonist or antagonist therapy.
About Tanta University
Tanta University is a prestigious academic institution located in Egypt, dedicated to advancing medical research and education. As a clinical trial sponsor, Tanta University leverages its extensive resources and expertise to conduct innovative research initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes. The university collaborates with a network of healthcare professionals, researchers, and institutions to facilitate rigorous clinical trials across various medical disciplines. Committed to ethical standards and scientific integrity, Tanta University strives to contribute to the global body of knowledge while fostering the next generation of medical professionals.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Tanta, Elgharbia, Egypt
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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