Finding the right dose of numbing medicine for lower body surgery
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This study is testing different amounts and strengths of a numbing medicine called ropivacaine to find the best dose for blocking pain in the lower body during surgery. It may help patients need less pain medicine after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are having surgery on your lower belly, lower limbs, or genital/anal area
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or less
- Your liver and kidneys are working normally
- Your blood clots normally (no bleeding disorder)
- Your hemoglobin (a part of your blood) is above 70 g/L
- You are not allergic to numbing medicines like lidocaine
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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