Dexmedetomidine as an add-on to bupivacaine for a nerve block around the shoulder

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Patients undergoing elective laparoscopic shoulder procedures are randomized to receive a PENG block with bupivacaine alone or with dexmedetomidine as an adjuvant. The blocks are ultrasound-guided and performed with a standardized technique, and postoperative pain is assessed using a visual analogue scale. All participants receive standard perioperative care and outcome measures include pain ratings and opioid use within the first postoperative period. The study aims to determine if the adjuvant reduces pain and opioid needs without introducing unacceptable risks. Enrollment is limited to adults 18-65 with ASA I-II status undergoing shoulder procedures at Kasr Alainy Hospital in Cairo.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Male or female patients aged 18-65 years
2. Patients Undergoing laparoscopic shoulder surgeries (shoulder arthroplasties and shoulder endoscopic surgeries )
3. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-II

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patient refusal.
2. hypersensitivity or contraindication to dexmedetomidine
3. History of allergy or intolerance to study medications
4. Chronic opioid use (\>3 months)
5. Pregnancy or breastfeeding
6. Severe renal or hepatic impairment
7. Patient's with coagulopathy disorders

Where it's running

• Kasr Alainy
  Cairo, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ahmed nabih, lecturer
• Email: nabihomar100@yahoo.com
• Phone: +201002773488

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.