RecruitingEarly Phase 1NCT04992572

Study Comparing Local/ MAC Anesthesia in Lumbar Decompression

Randomized Study Comparing Local/ MAC Anesthesia to General for 1-3 Level Lumbar Decompressions

Sponsor

Stanford University

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2021

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Summary

Explore efficacy, complications, and other factors associated with anaesthetic choice- To evaluate the efficacy of local + MAC as an alternative anesthetic to general anesthesia and to analyze patients' outcomes and experiences.

Eligibility

Min Age: 40 YearsMax Age: 95 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is comparing two types of anesthesia for lumbar decompression spine surgery — local/MAC (monitored anesthesia care) versus general anesthesia — to see which results in better recovery, less pain, and a shorter hospital stay. You may be eligible if: - You are between 40 and 95 years old - You have lumbar spinal stenosis requiring decompression over 1 to 3 spinal segments - You are medically appropriate for general anesthesia You may NOT be eligible if: - Your surgery involves major nerve root pulling - You have had a previous spinal fusion operation - You cannot attend follow-up appointments - You take more than 100mg of morphine equivalents per day - You are allergic to propofol (DIPRIVAN) or any of its ingredients, including eggs, egg products, soybeans, or soy products Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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