Smoking's effect on arm block for hand surgery
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This trial looks at whether smoking changes how fast and how long an ultrasound-guided nerve block works for hand or forearm surgery. It may help you understand how your smoking habits affect pain relief during and after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for hand or forearm surgery that can use a nerve block.
- You are classified as ASA I or II (generally healthy or with mild disease).
- You are not morbidly obese (BMI less than or equal to 40).
- You do not have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners like warfarin or heparin.
- You are not allergic to local anesthetics.
- You are not pregnant and do not have a nerve disease or infection near the injection site.
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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