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NCT07217626 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 4
Pre-Incision Peripheral Nerve Blocks for Lower Extremity Fracture Surgery in Older Adults
A Phase 4 study, sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 34
- Enrollment target
NCT07217626 is a Phase 4 study that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of Maryland, Baltimore. The registered enrollment target is 34 participants.
The verdict
NCT07217626, a Phase 4 study, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 34 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Fractures of the lower leg are especially difficult for older adults. They are more likely to have serious complications, require longer healing times, and have a higher risk of death This occurs because their bodies cannot tolerate stress as well as younger individuals. The injury itself places significant strain on the body, and surgery adds additional stress. Anesthesiologists use nerve blocks to help manage pain during and after these injuries. A nerve block is an injection that numbs the fracture and surgery area by blocking pain signals. These injections help patients need fewer opioid medications. However, new research shows these nerve blocks may provide benefits beyond pain management. Studies looking at older adults with hip fractures who received nerve blocks showed better overall outcomes: fewer deaths, fewer serious complications, and shorter hospital stays. However, it is not currently known if nerve blocks work this well for other broken bones in the leg, like in the thigh or shin. Additional research is need to know if nerve blocks can help patients with all types of leg fractures recover faster and experience fewer problems. Before the investigators start a large clinical trial, a small pilot study needs to be completed to determine if a larger clinical trial is feasible. This pilot study will evaluate the ability to recruit enough patients, ensure patients can receive the assigned treatment, collect data effectively, follow the study protocol, and track participants over time. The results will indicate whether the investigators are prepared to proceed with a full-scale trial and help refine the approach.
Interventions
- DRUG Local anesthesia injections
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 34 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-24 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-31 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07217626
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07217626 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 4. The registered enrollment target is 34 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of Maryland, Baltimore, which has 560 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Local anesthesia injections is the first listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07217626 about?
NCT07217626 is a clinical study titled "Pre-Incision Peripheral Nerve Blocks for Lower Extremity Fracture Surgery in Older Adults". Fractures of the lower leg are especially difficult for older adults. They are more likely to have serious complications, require longer healing times, and have a higher risk of death This occurs because their bodies cannot tolerate stress as well as younger individuals. The injury itself places sig...
What is the current status of trial NCT07217626?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 34 participants. The study started on 2026-02-24. Estimated completion is 2026-12-31.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07217626?
The interventions under investigation include: Local anesthesia injections (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07217626?
This trial is sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore, which has 560 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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