Sedation options for major abdominal cancer surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study compares two medicines given during general anesthesia for major abdominal cancer surgery to see which one is safer for the heart and blood pressure. It may help doctors choose the best option for patients like you.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for major abdominal cancer surgery.
- You are in good overall health (classified as ASA I-III) with no severe heart problems (NYHA class I-II).
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not regularly take strong pain medicines (opioids).
- You are not allergic to the study drugs.
- You do not have conditions that prevent a spinal/epidural block (like bleeding disorders or infections).
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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