New study aims to find safer anesthesia for shoulder surgery
NCT ID NCT06703281
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study compared two types of nerve blocks used for shoulder surgery to see which one causes less breathing trouble. The interscalene block can sometimes paralyze the diaphragm, making it hard to breathe. The superior trunk block may avoid this. Researchers measured diaphragm movement with ultrasound and lung function with a breathing test in 123 patients. The goal is to find a safer option for anesthesia.
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Gazi University School of Medicine
Ankara, 06560, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
nerve block procedure (interscalene block or superior trunk block)
What this could lead to
If one block clearly causes less diaphragm paralysis, it could become the preferred choice for shoulder surgery, reducing breathing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study, so results may not apply to all patients. The blocks still carry risks like nerve damage or allergic reactions.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.