Nerve block and lactate in heart surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how a nerve block near the breastbone (parasternal block) affects lactate levels in the blood for patients having heart surgery. It aims to understand if this pain management technique can help keep lactate levels normal during recovery.
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Who can take part
- 18 years old or older
- Scheduled for heart surgery where the breastbone is opened and a heart-lung machine is used
- Classified as ASA II or III (a standard way to measure your overall health before surgery)
- No other health problems that could raise lactate levels on their own
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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