Scientists map thigh nerve block spot using ultrasound and cadavers

NCT ID NCT07247591

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aims to pinpoint the exact start and end of the adductor canal, a key area for numbing the thigh during knee surgery. Researchers will measure distances from the hip bone to the knee using ultrasound in 200 patients and compare these with measurements from cadavers. The goal is to create a simple formula to guide doctors to the best injection site, making nerve blocks more consistent and effective.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to

If successful, this could give doctors a more reliable way to locate the adductor canal for nerve blocks, potentially improving pain management after knee surgery.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage anatomical study, not a treatment trial. The findings may not translate into better patient outcomes or work for all body types.

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  • Ankara Etlik City Hospital

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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