Spinal vs. general anesthesia: which protects leg tissue better during surgery?

NCT ID NCT07474480

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study looked at 60 adults having leg surgery with a tourniquet to see if spinal or general anesthesia better maintains blood flow in the leg. Researchers used a light-based sensor to measure tissue oxygen levels. The goal was to understand which method might reduce injury from reduced blood flow.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ischemia reperfusion injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cemil Tasciogu Research and Training Hospital

    Istanbul, Sisli, Turkey (Türkiye)