Which arm block spares the diaphragm? new study pits two techniques Head-to-Head
NCT ID NCT07386470
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques for hand, wrist, or forearm surgery to see which one causes less temporary diaphragm paralysis. 91 adults were randomly assigned to receive either a costoclavicular or lateral sagittal infraclavicular block. The goal is to help anesthesiologists choose the safer option for patients.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Ultrasound-guided infraclavicular nerve block (procedure)
What this could lead to
If one technique causes less diaphragm weakness, it could help anesthesiologists choose a safer nerve block for arm surgeries.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 91 participants. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries, and individual responses to nerve blocks vary.
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Locations
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Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
Ankara, Ankara, 06560, Turkey (Türkiye)