Assessing the environmental impact of different anesthetic types during wrist surgery
Life Cycle Assessment of General Anesthetic, Regional Anesthetic and the Combination of General Anesthetic and Regional Anesthetic: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing which type of anesthesia used during wrist surgery creates the least amount of waste to help make surgeries more environmentally friendly.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Alberta Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Edmonton, Alberta and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05385367 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the carbon footprint associated with various anesthetic methods used during wrist fracture surgeries. Adult patients will be approached to consent to the collection and weighing of waste generated from general anesthetic, regional anesthetic, and a combination of both. The study aims to quantify and compare the waste produced by each anesthetic type, including both disposable and reusable materials. By conducting a life cycle analysis, the research seeks to identify which anesthetic approach is more environmentally sustainable.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adult patients scheduled for open reduction and internal fixation of wrist fractures with ASA classifications of 1 to 3.
Not a fit: Patients who are contraindicated for general anesthetic or have specific medical conditions that prevent them from participating will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more environmentally friendly anesthetic practices in surgical settings.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on the carbon footprint of anesthetics, similar life cycle assessments in other medical fields have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * All adult patients undergoing open reduction and internal fixation of wrist * ASA 1-3 Exclusion Criteria: * no contraindications for general anesthetic in the group for general anesthetic and vice versa
Where this trial is running
Edmonton, Alberta and 1 other locations
- University of Alberta Hospital — Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Recruiting)
- Sturgeon Community Hospital — St. Albert, Alberta, Canada (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.