Comparing anesthesia types for pancreas surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two types of anesthesia for people having pancreatoduodenectomy surgery. It tests whether adding an epidural to general anesthesia can help prevent low blood pressure during the operation.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a pancreatoduodenectomy (a complex surgery to remove part of the pancreas).
- You are willing to have either general anesthesia alone or combined with an epidural (a numbing shot in the back).
- You do not have an infection where the epidural needle would be placed.
- You do not have a bleeding disorder or very low platelets.
- You are not pregnant and are 18 years or older.
Quick eligibility check
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