Effects of thoracic epidural anesthesia on heart function
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how a type of anesthesia called thoracic epidural, which numbs the chest area, affects the heart's ability to pump well during surgery. It uses a special ultrasound test called strain echocardiography to check heart function. If you're having non-emergency surgery and are generally healthy, this study might help doctors understand better ways to keep your heart safe.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You are scheduled for elective (non-emergency) surgery.
- Your physical health status is classified as ASA I, II, or III (meaning you are healthy or have mild to moderate illness).
- You are not taking strong pain medications (chronic opioids) regularly.
- You do not have a bleeding disorder.
- You do not have an infection where the anesthesia injection would be given.
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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