Caudal Dexmedetomidine vs Ketamine for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric DDH Surgery (NCT07385352) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Caudal Dexmedetomidine vs Ketamine for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric DDH Surgery
Egypt54 participantsStarted 2026-03-01
Plain-language summary
This study compares two medicines, Dexmedetomidine and Ketamine, added to caudal Bupivacaine to control pain after hip surgery in children. We will check how well each medicine reduces pain, how long the pain relief lasts, and if children need extra pain medicine. The goal is to find the safest and most effective option for postoperative pain relief in children undergoing hip surgery.
Who can participate
Age range
1 Year – 6 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Children aged 1 to 6 years undergoing surgery for developmental dysplasia of the hip
* ASA physical status I or II
* Parental or guardian informed consent obtained
Exclusion Criteria:
* Known allergy to local anesthetics, Dexmedetomidine, or Ketamine
* Coagulopathy or bleeding disorders
* Infection at the site of caudal injection
* Neurological disorders
* Severe systemic disease
* Refusal of parental consent
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
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.