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Tourniquet Hypertension Clinical Trial in Durham, NC

Access cutting-edge tourniquet hypertension treatment through this phase 4 clinical trial at a research site in Durham. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Duke University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Durham

    Convenient for NC residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Durham site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Tourniquet Hypertension Study in Durham

The goal of this prospective randomized double-blind study is to determine if an ultrasound guided peri-arterial injection of local anesthetic (LA) superomedially the femoral artery via peripheral nerve catheter reverses ischemic hypertension associated with prolonged lower extremity tourniquet time.

Sponsor: Duke University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patients that will be included in the study are English speaking 18-75 year old ASA 1-3 patients undergoing total ankle arthroplasty.

Exclusion Criteria

Diagnosis of chronic pain
Daily chronic opioid use (over 3 months of continuous opioid use).
Inability to communicate pain scores or need for analgesia.
Infection at the site of block placement
Age under 18 years old or greater than 75 years old
Pregnant women (as determined by standard of care day-of surgery urine bHCG)
Intolerance/allergy to local anesthetics
Weight \<50 kg
Suspected, or known addiction to or abuse of illicit drug(s), prescription medicine(s), or alcohol within the past 2 years.
Uncontrolled anxiety, schizophrenia, or other psychiatric disorder that, in the opinion of the investigator, may interfere with study assessments or compliance.
Current or historical evidence of any clinically significant disease or condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, may increase the risk of surgery or complicate the subject's postoperative course

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Durham?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04454203) has an active research site in Durham, NC that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Tourniquet Hypertension Treatment Options in Durham, NC

If you're searching for tourniquet hypertension treatment options in Durham, NC, this clinical trial (NCT04454203) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Durham research site is actively enrolling participants for this phase 4 clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced tourniquet hypertension specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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