About this trial
This prospective observational study evaluates the effect of the anesthesia method (general anesthesia versus regional anesthesia \[interscalene nerve block/superficial cervical block\] with sedation) on the operating clarity of the surgical view and the surgeon's satisfaction during elective shoulder arthroscopy. The study investigates how these different anesthesia techniques influence intraoperative conditions, specifically bleeding amounts and the visibility of the surgical field, which are critical for the success of this minimally invasive procedure. Additionally, the research will monitor patient-centered outcomes, including postoperative pain levels, recovery time, and potential side effects such as nausea or vomiting, to determine which anesthesia strategy provides the optimal balance of surgical efficiency and patient comfort.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Volunteers aged 18 to 75 years.
Patients scheduled for elective shoulder arthroscopy.
Patients with an ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) physical status score of I, II, or III.
Patients capable of providing informed consent.
Disqualifiers
Previous surgical procedure performed on the same shoulder.
Presence of medical contraindications that could affect the choice of anesthesia (coagulopathy, active infection, severe pulmonary diseases)
Known allergy to local anesthetics or general anesthesia agents
History of opioid dependence or chronic pain syndrome
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Not listed