RecruitingPhase 4NCT06819436

Effect of Dexamethasone on Post-spinal Hypotension

Effect of Dexamethasone on Post-spinal Hypotension in Geriatric Patients Undergoing Orthopaedic Surgery at Tertiary Care Hospital Karachi.

Sponsor

Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Institue of Trauma

Enrollment

170 participants

Start Date

Feb 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Post Spinal Anaesthesia Hypotension Geriatric Population Orthopedic Surgeries

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if intravenous dexamethasone is effective for prevention of post spinal hypotension in geriatric population undergoing orthopedic surgeries. The main question aim to answer is: Does intravenous dexamethasone in participants undergoing orthopedic procedures of lower limb under spinal anesthesia prevents post spinal hypotension? Researchers are comparing two groups of participants * Participants in (Dexamethasone Group) Group D are receiving intravenous dexamethasone 8mg preoperatively * Participants in (Placebo Group) Group P are receiving placebo preoperatively.

Eligibility

Min Age: 65 YearsMax Age: 85 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a drug called Dexamethasone and Placebo for people with geriatric population, orthopedic surgeries, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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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