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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT06665438

NCT06665438 Dexmedetomidine and Bupivacaine Intra-articular for Postoperative Analgesia After Knee Arthroscopic Surgery

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NCT ID NCT06665438
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Al-Azhar University
Condition Post Operative Analgesia
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 75 participants
Start Date 2024-12-01
Primary Completion 2025-04

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Normal Saline (Placebo)Bupivacaine 0.25%Dexmedetomidine

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 75 participants in total. It began in 2024-12-01 with a primary completion date of 2025-04.

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Brief Summary

The aim of this study to compare the analgesic effects of intraarticular dexmedetomidine added to bupivacaine with those of bupivacaine alone after knee arthroscopy

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * ASA I-II patients * Either sex * Aged 18-65 years * Candidates for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction by knee arthroscopy * Exclusion Criteria: * the patients with kidney failure, liver failure, valvular and ischemic heart disease , high blood pressure, diabetes, history of infection and malignancy. * history of coagulation diseases, and history of drug allergies to used drugs. * those who consumed NSAIDs and analgesics 24 h before surgery were excluded from the study.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Mohamed A. Mahmoud, MD

✉ mohamedali.226@azhar.edu.eg

📞 01002538320

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06665438 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Post Operative Analgesia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06665438 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 75 participants.

Is NCT06665438 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06665438 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mohamedali.226@azhar.edu.eg for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06665438 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Asyut, Egypt, Asyut, Egypt.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06665438 clinical trial?

NCT06665438 is sponsored by Al-Azhar University. The trial plans to enroll 75 participants.

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