Ultrasound vs. landmark guidance for arm surgery anesthesia
Treatments studied
This study compares two ways of numbing the arm for surgery: using ultrasound to guide the injection versus using body landmarks. It aims to see which method works better and might help you have a smoother anesthesia experience.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are having surgery on your upper limb (arm or hand).
- You are able to agree to participate and sign a consent form.
- You do not have an infection or bleeding problem at the injection site.
- You have not had a severe allergic reaction to local anesthetics (numbing medicines).
- You do not have unusual anatomy in the area where the block is given, and your BMI is 35 or lower.
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