Comparing local anesthetic volumes for spinal anesthesia in varicose vein surgery
Different Local Anesthetic Volumes for Unilateral Spinal Anesthesia in Varicose Vein Surgery
This study tests whether using different amounts of a local anesthetic can help people having varicose vein surgery feel comfortable and recover faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ankara Etlik City Hospital Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Yenimahalle, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06527430 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of different volumes of local anesthetic, specifically bupivacaine, on the anesthesia levels and discharge times of patients undergoing spinal anesthesia for varicose vein surgery. By administering either 4 mg or 6 mg of bupivacaine, the study aims to determine the optimal volume that provides effective anesthesia while minimizing recovery time. The research focuses on patients aged 18-80 with specific health criteria to ensure safety and efficacy during the procedure.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 18-80 years with an ASA score of I-II and a BMI between 18-30 kg/m2 who are scheduled for spinal anesthesia for varicose vein surgery.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 18-80, those with higher ASA scores, or individuals with specific health conditions such as bleeding disorders or infections in the treatment area may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved discharge times and recovery experiences for patients undergoing varicose vein surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of varying local anesthetic volumes in spinal anesthesia for varicose vein surgery may be novel, similar studies have shown that optimizing anesthetic techniques can improve patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18-80 years * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score I-II * Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18-30 kg/m2 * Patients who underwent spinal anesthesia (bupivacaine 4 mg or 6 mg) for varicose vein surgery in the operating theatre Exclusion Criteria: * Patients under 18 and over 80 years of age * ASA score III and above * Patients with a history of bleeding diathesis * Patients with infection in the area to be treated * BMI below 18 or above 30 kg/m2
Where this trial is running
Yenimahalle, Ankara
- Ankara Etlik City Hospital — Yenimahalle, Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Atakan Sezgi
- Email: kansezgi@gmail.com
- Phone: 00905323327000
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.