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Dexmedetomidine and Dexamethasone Added as Adjuvant Infraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block in Upper Limb Surgery

Turkey (Türkiye)44 participantsStarted 2026-02-01

Plain-language summary

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of dexmedetomidine and dexamethasone added during USG-guided infraclavicular block on block onset time, total block time and time to first analgesic need in patients undergoing upper extremity surgery.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 70 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18-70 years * ASA I-II Exclusion Criteria: * Under 18 years of age and older than 70 years of age, * presence of brachial plexus injury, * patients with bleeding diathesis, * presence of allergy, -contralateral diaphragmatic paralysis, - * presence of nerve injury secondary to trauma, * pre-existing neuropathy of the surgical extremity, * presence of severe pulmonary, * renal and hepatic disease, * congestive heart failure (NYHA stage 3-4), * uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, * history of neuromuscular disease, * patients with extreme obesity or malnutrition (BMI \> 30 kg-1m2 or BMI \<20 kg-1m2), * presence of epilepsy, * history of peripheral vascular disease, * history of chronic pain or fibromyalgia, * pregnant and lactating patients, * patients with local infection at the injection site, * patients undergoing general anesthesia due to inadequacy of the block, * patients refusing to give informed consent, * history of recreational substance use, and chronic narcotic-based painkillers

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

infraclavicular block onset time

Timeframe: 24 -48 hours

postoperative analgesic drug requirement

Timeframe: 24 -48 hours

infraclavicular total block time

Timeframe: 24 -48 hours

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06779604

SponsorUmraniye Education and Research Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER_GOV

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2026-06-30

Contact for this trial

ZELİHA TUNCEL, ASC PROF

5053577483 zelihalara@yahoo.com

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Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 70 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.