Two ultrasound-guided infraclavicular nerve block techniques for hand and forearm surgery

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

Adults aged 18–80 with BMI over 30 and ASA II–III who are scheduled for forearm or hand surgery receive an ultrasound-guided infraclavicular brachial plexus block using either the conventional or retroclavicular approach. The study compares how well each technique provides surgical anesthesia and postoperative analgesia while monitoring for procedure-related complications. Blocks are performed in the operating room under ultrasound guidance by experienced clinicians. The main focus is on effectiveness and safety of the two approaches in this obese patient population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients 18-80 years of age
* Those with ASA score II-III
* Those with a body mass index (BMI) \>30
* Patients who are suitable for forearm and hand surgery under regional anesthesia in the operating room

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who cannot perceive and evaluate pain
* Patients who want to have surgery under general anesthesia
* Patients in whom regional anesthesia is contraindicated

Where it's running

• Ankara Etlik City Hospital
  Yenimahalle, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ibrahim Topcu, MD
• Email: ibrahimtpc78@gmail.com
• Phone: +905437860316

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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.