Comparing height-based vs standard spinal anesthesia dosing for older adults
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This study compares two ways of giving spinal anesthesia (numbing medication in the back) for older adults having leg or hip surgery. It aims to see if adjusting the dose based on height works better than the standard fixed dose. If you are between 60 and 80 and having planned lower limb surgery, you may be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You are between 60 and 80 years old.
- You are scheduled for a planned (not emergency) lower limb surgery, like a knee replacement or fracture repair.
- You are not taking blood pressure medicines, beta-blockers, or beta-agonists.
- You have no history of stroke, Parkinson's disease, or other neurological conditions.
- You have no bleeding disorders and have not taken blood thinners in the last 2 weeks.
- You are at least 150 cm (about 4'11") tall.
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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