Simple leg lift could prevent anesthesia danger

NCT ID NCT06513169

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

Summary

This study tested whether raising a patient's legs before general anesthesia can prevent a sudden drop in blood pressure. Researchers studied 200 adults undergoing surgery. The goal was to see if this simple technique reduces the need for emergency medications and keeps the heart pumping steadily.

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  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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