The effect of adding dexamethasone to lidocaine in infraclavicular block on the onset and duration of block

Phase 3

• Conditions: pper limb fractures.; Injuries to the elbow and forearm; S.52

• Registration Number: IRCT20220120053774N1
• Lead Sponsor: Sanandaj University of Medical Sciences

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Last Update Posted: 7 February 2022

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Pending
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 72

Inclusion Criteria

Age 18 to 60 years old
ASA classification Status 1 and 2
Need to orthopedic surgery to repair an upper limb fracture (below the arm)

Exclusion Criteria

Coagulation disorder (INR> 1.4)
History of liver, kidney, peptic ulcer disease
History of uncontrolled diabetes
Infection in the area of nerve block
History of hypersensitivity to local anesthetics or dexamethasone
History of long-term use of corticosteroids
History of addiction or narcotic use
Pregnancy
Changing the anesthesia plan during surgery from nerve block to general anesthesia
Hemodynamic instability
Patient request to leave the study

Study & Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Study Design: Not specified