Comparing two ways to give dexamethasone for hand surgery in children
Treatments studied
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares giving dexamethasone near the nerves versus through an IV to see which works better for pain relief during hand or forearm surgery in children. It may help your child have a smoother recovery.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 months and 16 years old.
- Your child is scheduled for hand or forearm surgery under general anesthesia with a nerve block.
- Your child is otherwise healthy or has only mild to moderate health issues (ASA I-III).
- Your child has not used steroid medications within the past 30 days.
- Your child does not have diabetes, nerve problems, or a bleeding disorder.
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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