Numbing only the arm vs. full sleep: which is better for surgery?

NCT ID NCT07352839

First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at 120 adults having arm or hand surgery to compare regional anesthesia (numbing just the arm) with general anesthesia (being fully asleep). Researchers measured pain after surgery, patient satisfaction, side effects like nausea, and how quickly patients could go home. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the best anesthesia method for upper extremity procedures.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Adana City Training and Research Hospital

    Adana, Adana, 01150, Turkey (Türkiye)

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