Comparing two drugs for knee replacement pain relief
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests two different drugs (dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine) added to a standard nerve block for knee replacement. It aims to see which one provides better pain control after surgery.
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Who can take part
- Age 65 or older
- Scheduled for a first-time knee replacement on one side
- In generally stable health (ASA 2 or 3)
- No allergy to the study drugs or local anesthetics
- No daily use of strong opioids in the last 3 months
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