Evaluating factors predicting neurologic deficits during carotid endarterectomy with regional anesthesia
Preoperative, Intraoperative and Postoperative Predictors of Post-clamping Neurologic Deficits During Carotid Endarterectomy With Regional Anesthesia
This study looks at patients having carotid endarterectomy to see what factors might lead to nerve problems during the surgery when using regional anesthesia.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 206 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universidade do Porto Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Porto) |
| Trial ID | NCT04347785 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy (CEA) to identify predictive factors associated with neurologic deficits that may occur during the procedure due to cerebral hypoperfusion. It involves analyzing consecutive patients from a tertiary referral center who experience neurologic alterations after carotid artery clamping, as well as a control group without such alterations. The study aims to understand the perioperative implications of these deficits and improve patient outcomes during CEA performed under regional anesthesia.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients scheduled for carotid endarterectomy under regional anesthesia who may experience neurologic deficits during the procedure.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing carotid stenting or those not receiving regional anesthesia may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the safety and effectiveness of carotid endarterectomy by identifying at-risk patients and potentially reducing the incidence of postoperative neurologic deficits.
How similar studies have performed: While this study addresses a specific aspect of carotid endarterectomy, similar studies have shown varying degrees of success in identifying risk factors for neurologic deficits during surgical procedures.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * carotid endarterectomy under regional anesthesia * Postclamping carotid deficit Exclusion Criteria: * carotid stenting
Where this trial is running
Porto
- Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade do Porto — Porto, Portugal (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Joao P Rocha-Neves, MD, MSC; MPH, FEBVS
- Email: joaorochaneves@hotmail.com
- Phone: +351910486230
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.