Nerve block effects on diaphragm in kids having arm surgery
Part of Lungs & breathing, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a special numbing shot (nerve block) around the shoulder to see how it affects the muscle that helps kids breathe (the diaphragm) during and after arm surgery. It may help doctors choose safer pain methods for school-aged children.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- They are having surgery on their upper limb (arm, hand, or shoulder).
- They are in good overall health (ASA I or II).
- No infection, unusual shape, or tumor where the shot would go.
- No bleeding problems (like low platelets or high INR).
- No known allergy to the numbing medicine (ropivacaine).
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