Ultrasound may predict dangerous drop in blood pressure during spinal anesthesia

NCT ID NCT06749184

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 110 people with high blood pressure who were having surgery with spinal anesthesia. Researchers used ultrasound to measure blood vessel features before the anesthesia to see if they could predict a dangerous drop in blood pressure. The goal is to help doctors better prepare and manage these patients.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors better predict and prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure during spinal anesthesia in patients with high blood pressure.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for links, not causes. The findings may not apply to all patients or settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder hypotensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Konya City Hospital

    Konya, Karatay, 42020, Turkey (Türkiye)