Numbing injection for pain relief during heart procedures
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This study tests whether an ultrasound-guided numbing injection in the belly wall can reduce pain during heart procedures like angioplasty or stent placement. It is for people having planned (non-emergency) heart catheterization.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- Your heart procedure (like angiography or stent placement) is planned ahead, not an emergency
- Your blood clotting level (INR) is less than 1.5
- You are not morbidly obese (BMI over 35)
- You are not allergic to local numbing medicines
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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