Awake during shoulder surgery? new study tests regional anesthesia

NCT ID NCT06674954

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared regional anesthesia (nerve blocks) to general anesthesia in 50 adults undergoing shoulder arthroscopy. Researchers measured pain scores, patient satisfaction, and surgeon satisfaction. The goal was to see if regional anesthesia offers better pain control and fewer side effects than general anesthesia.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Regional anesthesia (bupivacaine, lidocaine, saline) vs general anesthesia
What this could lead to: If regional anesthesia works better, it could improve pain control and patient satisfaction after shoulder surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Regional anesthesia carries risks like nerve damage or incomplete block.

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PERIPHERAL NERVE BLOCK SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ankara Etlik City Hospital

Altındağ, Ankara, 06000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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