Comparing nerve blocks for shoulder surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of nerve blocks for pain relief during shoulder surgery. It tests whether adding a common steroid (dexamethasone) to one block improves pain control.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are having elective shoulder surgery under general anesthesia
- You are in good health (ASA 1 or 2) with no major heart problems
- You do not take medications like beta-blockers or have a bleeding disorder
- Your body mass index (BMI) is less than 40
- You do not have a history of substance abuse or chronic opioid use
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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