Evaluation of the Duration of Bupivacaine Spinal Block in Orthopedic Procedures With and Without Epinephrine Wash
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Orthopedic |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Orthopedics / Podiatry |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - Any |
| Updated: | 8/16/2018 |
| Start Date: | November 2015 |
| End Date: | November 2016 |
Evaluation of the Duration of Bupivacaine Spinal Block as the Primary Anesthetic for Orthopedic Procedures With and Without Epinephrine Wash
Bupivacaine spinal is commonly performed as the primary anesthetic for orthopedic procedures.
In some cases the duration of the block is inadequate. An epinephrine wash is sometimes
performed to prolong the duration of the block. The epinephrine wash may prolong the duration
of the block, and if it does, to what extent?
In some cases the duration of the block is inadequate. An epinephrine wash is sometimes
performed to prolong the duration of the block. The epinephrine wash may prolong the duration
of the block, and if it does, to what extent?
Inclusion Criteria:
- 18 years of age or older
- Patients scheduled for total hip or knee replacement
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients taking anticoagulation
- Infection at or near the intended needle insertion site
- Patients with sacral decubitus ulcer at or near the intended needle insertion site
aortic stenosis
- Complex spine anatomy
- ASA class greater than III
- Failed SAB as determined by the staff anesthesiologist
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Charleston, South Carolina 29425
Charleston, South Carolina 29425
843-792-1414
Principal Investigator: Eric Bolin, MD
Phone: 843-792-1869
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