CompletedPhase 3Phase 4ACTRN12611000772943

Comparison between intraarticular dexmedetomidine and morphine for postoperative analgesia after arthroscopic meniscal surgery


Sponsor

King Abdulaziz University

Enrollment

45 participants

Start Date

Apr 9, 2011

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

This randomized double-blind study was designed to determine the analgesic effects of intra-articular dexmedetomidine and to compare it with those of morphine in patients undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery.


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

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This trial compares two pain-relief drugs — dexmedetomidine and morphine — injected directly into the knee joint after arthroscopic meniscal (knee cartilage) surgery. The goal is to determine which drug provides better pain control in the hours and days following the procedure.

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Interventions

Arm 1: Intra-articular dexmedetomidine 1 mcg/kg (in 20 ml saline) before wound closure once Arm 2: Intra-articular morphine 30 mcg/kg (in 20 ml saline) before wound closure once

Arm 1: Intra-articular dexmedetomidine 1 mcg/kg (in 20 ml saline) before wound closure once Arm 2: Intra-articular morphine 30 mcg/kg (in 20 ml saline) before wound closure once


Locations(1)

Saudi Arabia

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