Testing new ways to measure pain relief during surgery in children
This study tests two devices that measure blood flow to see how well they detect pain relief from a caudal block in children having lower belly surgery. This could help doctors give better pain control during and after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 1 and 6 years old.
- You are scheduled for surgery on the lower belly or groin area.
- You are in good health overall (ASA I or II).
- You do not have liver, kidney, or heart problems.
- You have not had a cold or asthma flare-up in the last 1-2 weeks.
- You have no conditions that affect the spine or brain, like cerebral palsy.
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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