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Dexmedetomidine Versus Dexamethasone as Adjuvants to Bupivacaine in Caudal Epidural Block
Sponsor: Sohag University
Summary
The goal of This prospective, randomized, double-blind comparative study is to compare the efficacy of dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine as adjuvants to bupivacaine 0.125% in caudal epidural block for pediatrics undergoing inguinal hernia surgery, aged 2-6 years. of Both sex.
Official title: Dexmedetomidine Versus Dexamethasone as Adjuvants to Bupivacaine in Caudal Epidural Block for Pediatrics Undergoing Inguinal Hernia Surgery: A Comparative Prospective Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
2 Years - 6 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2025-06-13
Completion Date
2025-12-15
Last Updated
2025-08-11
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Dexmedetomidine
as adjuvant to bupivacaine in caudal epidural block for postoperative analgesia
Dexamethasone
as adjuvant to bupivacaine in caudal epidural block for postoperative analgesia
Locations (1)
Sohag university Hospital
Sohag, Egypt