๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-02-03

Spinal Anesthesia For Enhanced Recovery After Liver Surgery (NCT03715517)

Spinal Anesthesia for Enhanced Recovery After Liver Surgery

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Manitoba

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This project proposes to compare epidural versus spinal anesthesia in patients having liver resection surgery. The investigators hypothesize that spinal anesthesia will result in improved blood pressure control postoperatively and reduce the amount of intravenous fluids required after surgery. Spinal anesthesia is expected to provide the same pain control benefits as epidurals, with faster recovery of function. Spinal anesthesia may be a simple and effective way to improve and enhance the recovery in the increasing number of patients requiring liver resection.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Manitoba โ€” Winnipeg, Manitoba

Age range: 18 Years

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Manitoba โ€” Winnipeg, Manitoba

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (204) 787-1125

Email: alexander.grunfeld@umanitoba.ca

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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