Which arm block spares the diaphragm? new study compares techniques

NCT ID NCT07386470

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study compared two ultrasound-guided nerve block methods for forearm, wrist, or hand surgery to see which one causes less temporary diaphragm weakness. 91 adults were randomly assigned to receive either a costoclavicular or lateral sagittal infraclavicular block. The goal was to help anesthesiologists choose the safer technique for upper limb surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation

    Ankara, Ankara, 06560, Turkey (Türkiye)

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