Evaluating Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Compared to General Anesthesia for Awake Tympanoplasty Surgery A Randomized Study on Safety and Effectiveness

What this Trial Is About

The trial investigates the use of ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia compared to traditional general anesthesia for patients undergoing tympanoplasty surgery. It aims to evaluate how well ultrasound-guided nerve blocks work during awake surgery and their effects on recovery and surgical outcomes. The study focuses on patients aged 21 to 65 years who are scheduled for elective unilateral tympanoplasty and have certain physical health statuses. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group receives regional anesthesia where specific nerves around the ear are numbed using ultrasound to guide precise needle placement. The other group will receive general anesthesia as is traditionally done. The study will measure factors like the time patients take to be discharged from the recovery unit, the quality of the surgical field, and how successful the nerve block is. Both groups will be monitored for any anesthesia or surgery-related complications. Throughout the study, researchers will closely assess participants vital signs, pain levels, opioid use, and satisfaction of both patients and surgeons. Measurements include blood pressure and heart rate during surgery, pain ratings at multiple points up to 24 hours after surgery, and the time until patients first request pain relief. Safety and effectiveness data will also be collected, including any block failures or side effects. The overall participation duration includes the surgery and a 24-hour postoperative period for observation and evaluation.

Comparative Study Between Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia for Awake Tympanoplasty Surgery vs General Anesthesia