Comparing two types of spinal anaesthesia for hip fracture surgery
Comparative Study Between Conventional Spinal Anaesthesia and Fractional Spinal Anaesthesia on Systemic Haemodynamics in Frail Elderly Hip Fracture Patients
This study tests which type of spinal anesthesia is safer for older patients with hip fractures during surgery by looking at how it affects their blood pressure and stability.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ain Shams University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06583213 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the hemodynamic responses of fractional spinal anaesthesia and conventional spinal anaesthesia in elderly patients with hip fractures. It aims to evaluate how these two anaesthesia techniques affect blood pressure and overall stability during surgery. The research focuses on understanding the impact of different anaesthetic doses and techniques on the risk of hypotension, which is a common concern in this patient population. By analyzing these effects, the study seeks to identify the safer anaesthetic approach for this vulnerable group.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are elderly patients over 60 years old with hip fractures and an ASA score of 3 or lower.
Not a fit: Patients on anticoagulant medication, those planned for general anaesthesia, or those with atrial fibrillation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved anaesthesia techniques that minimize hypotension and enhance surgical outcomes for elderly patients with hip fractures.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on spinal anaesthesia, the specific comparison of fractional versus conventional spinal anaesthesia in this context is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with hip fractures. * Patients age \>60 years old. * ASA ≤ 3. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients on anticoagulant medication. * Planned for general anaesthesia . * Patients had atrial fibrillation.
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Ain Shams University — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: ahmed yousri, master
- Email: ahmed.yousri@med.asu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01141556766
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.