Study details
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A Pilot Study of Local Anesthesia for Inguinal Hernia Surgery in Older Adults
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT IDNCT04706026ClinicalTrials.gov data as of Apr 2026
Target enrollment
80
Study length
about 2.4 years
Ages
60+
Locations
3 sites in TX, WI
About this study
Researchers are testing whether local anesthesia can be used instead of general anesthesia for inguinal hernia surgery in older adults. The trial will involve approximately 80 participants who will receive either general or local anesthesia during their inguinal hernia repair and stay on it for about six months.
Based on ClinicalTrials.gov records.
What participants do
- 1.Inguinal Hernia Repair - General Anesthesia
- 2.Open Inguinal Hernia Repair - Local Anesthesia
Participation effort
Estimated from trial records. Details can vary by site.
Time + visits
Low10%
Logistics
Moderate50%
Logistics difficulty varies by site location and availability.
Trial highlights
Treatment details
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Endpoints
Secondary: Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Operative time, Pain Level, Postoperative complications