Nerve blocks beat general anesthesia for high-risk amputation patients
NCT ID NCT03404180
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 38 times
Summary
This study tested whether using nerve blocks with sedation instead of general anesthesia and opioids is safer and provides better pain control for high-risk patients needing an upper leg amputation. The study included 30 adults with conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease. Researchers measured how often the nerve block worked as the main anesthetic and checked 30-day survival.
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University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, 32611, United States
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