Comparing two spinal anesthetics for prostate surgery
Part of Kidney & urinary, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of spinal anesthesia (numbing medicine injected near the spine) to see which one works better for patients having TURP, a common prostate surgery. You might benefit from joining because it could help improve your recovery and comfort during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 90 years old.
- You are scheduled for a TURP (a surgery to remove part of the prostate).
- Your overall health is good or only mildly affected by other conditions (classified as ASA I or II).
- You don't have any medical reasons that prevent spinal anesthesia.
- You are not allergic to the study medications.
- You are willing and able to give informed consent.
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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