Nerve blocks for pain relief after heart surgery
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Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which one works better for reducing pain after heart surgery. The blocks are given using ultrasound to guide the injection, and the goal is to find a more effective way to manage pain and improve recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for heart surgery.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 20 and 35.
- You are in good enough health to be classified as ASA III or IV (meaning you have a severe systemic disease that is not incapacitating).
- You do not have any of the conditions listed in the exclusion criteria (such as low platelet count, bleeding problems, severe kidney or liver issues, or allergies to the medications used).
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