Ultrasound-guided neck block for pain relief during thyroid surgery
This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks in the neck to see which one provides better pain relief during and after thyroid surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and improve comfort for patients undergoing total thyroidectomy.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 60 years old
- You are scheduled for a total thyroidectomy (removal of the entire thyroid gland) and have normal thyroid function
- You are in good general health (classified as ASA 1, 2, or 3)
- You do not have a bleeding disorder, allergy to local anesthetics, or a history of seizures
- You have not had previous neck surgery, burns, or radiation to the neck
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or lower
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