The Effects of General Versus Spinal Anesthesia on Postoperative Myocardial Injury

NCT ID: NCT06343259

Last Updated: 2024-07-23

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

100 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2024-04-05

Study Completion Date

2024-08-18

Brief Summary

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In this prospective, randomized, single-blind study, we aim to compare the effects of general anesthesia and spinal anesthesia on postoperative myocardial injury in elderly patients undergoing hip surgery. Cardiovascular events are a leading cause of mortality and morbidity following non-cardiac surgery, with myocardial injury after non-cardiac surgery (MINS) being a significant concern. MINS, characterized by asymptomatic elevation of troponin levels without accompanying ECG findings, is closely associated with postoperative mortality. With the increasing prevalence of comorbidities in the elderly population and the rising frequency of non-cardiac surgeries in this demographic, understanding the effects of different anesthesia types on postoperative myocardial injury is crucial.

Detailed Description

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Cardiovascular events constitute the leading cause of mortality and morbidity following non-cardiac surgery. Myocardial Injury after Non-cardiac Surgery (MINS) is a condition diagnosed postoperatively characterized by asymptomatic troponin elevation alone. Distinguishing it from myocardial infarction, it lacks symptoms and concurrent Electrocardiography (ECG) findings, yet it correlates closely with postoperative mortality. Detection can be facilitated through troponin monitoring from preoperative period to up to 72 hours postoperatively.

The Vascular Events in Noncardiac Surgery Patient Cohort Assessment (VISION) study, designed to evaluate major vascular events in patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery, reported a global prevalence of MINS at 8% with over a threefold increase in 30-day mortality. The diagnostic threshold for MINS as determined by the VISION study is a non-Hs troponin T level of ≥0.03 ng/mL.

With the increasing elderly population burdened with comorbidities globally, the frequency of non-cardiac surgeries in elderly patients has risen. Despite advancements in surgical and anesthetic fields, the incidence of MINS and associated mortality continue to escalate. Risk factors associated with MINS highlight age over 75 and the presence of comorbidities. Orthopedic surgeries are most commonly performed in elderly patients, with perioperative acute myocardial infarction (MI) incidence shown to increase by 31-fold in knee surgeries and 25-fold in hip surgeries. Postoperative pain and opioid use in this patient group significantly contribute to overlooked myocardial ischemia.

In a sub-study of the VISION trial examining cardiovascular outcomes of orthopedic surgery, the incidence of MINS was reported at 11.9%, with 30-day mortality rates of 1% in MINS-absent patients and 9.8% in MINS-present patients, markedly higher than non-orthopedic surgeries.

Several studies have identified perioperative and postoperative hypotension as the primary risk factor for MINS, emphasizing the importance of anesthesia management in preventing perioperative hypotension. However, no study has specifically focused on the relationship between chosen anesthesia technique and the development of hypotension and MINS. George R. and colleagues conducted a prospective observational cohort study in India analyzing the incidence and risk factors of MINS, finding a higher incidence in patients receiving peripheral nerve blocks compared to general anesthesia and spinal anesthesia, particularly in patients with high cardiac comorbidities. Nonetheless, no significant relationship was observed between the chosen anesthesia technique and the development of MINS in the orthopedic surgery subgroup of the VISION study.

In this prospective, randomized, single-blind study, we aim to compare the effects of general anesthesia and spinal anesthesia on postoperative myocardial injury in elderly patients undergoing hip surgery.

Conditions

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Myocardial Injury After Non-cardiac Surgery Hypotension During Surgery Anesthesia, General Anesthesia, Spinal

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

SINGLE

Outcome Assessors

Study Groups

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General Anesthesia

After preoxygenation, intravenous fentanyl (1 μg/kg), propofol (2 mg/kg), and rocuronium (0.6 mg/kg) will be used for anesthesia induction. Intubation will be performed with a 7.0-8.0 sized tube, followed by the initiation of mechanical ventilation (tidal volume: 6-8 ml/kg, respiratory rate: 12 breaths/min). Sevoflurane will be used to maintain anesthesia (0.7-1 MAC), and remifentanil infusion will be administered for analgesia. Postoperatively, tramadol (1 mg/kg) and paracetamol (10 mg/kg) will be administered intravenously. Neuromuscular blockade will be reversed using sugammadex. Patients with an Aldrete Recovery Score ≥9 will be transferred to the post-anesthesia care unit after extubation.

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

General Anesthesia

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

After preoxygenation, intravenous fentanyl (1 μg/kg), propofol (2 mg/kg), and rocuronium (0.6 mg/kg) will be used for anesthesia induction. Intubation will be performed with a 7.0-8.0 sized tube, followed by the initiation of mechanical ventilation (tidal volume: 6-8 ml/kg, respiratory rate: 12 breaths/min). Sevoflurane will be used to maintain anesthesia (0.7-1 MAC), and remifentanil infusion will be administered for analgesia. Postoperatively, tramadol (1 mg/kg) and paracetamol (10 mg/kg) will be administered intravenously. Neuromuscular blockade will be reversed using sugammadex. Patients with an Aldrete Recovery Score ≥9 will be transferred to the post-anesthesia care unit after extubation.

Spinal Anesthesia

Patients will be positioned laterally with the hip to be operated on the lower side, and skin asepsis will be ensured, followed by sterile draping. A dural puncture will be performed at the L3-4 spinal level using a 22-25 gauge Quincke-tip spinal needle. After the detection of cerebrospinal fluid, 7.5 mg of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine will be slowly injected. Following a 10-minute interval, the sensory block level will be assessed using the pinprick test and modified Bromage scale, aiming for a T10 sensory block. Surgery will commence upon achieving adequate sensory block. Postoperatively, patients will be transferred to the recovery room. Patients failing to attain sufficient sensory block and experiencing pain will undergo transition to general anesthesia, terminating their cases.

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Spinal Anesthesia

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

Patients will be positioned laterally with the hip to be operated on the lower side, and skin asepsis will be ensured, followed by sterile draping. A dural puncture will be performed at the L3-4 spinal level using a 22-25 gauge Quincke-tip spinal needle. After the detection of cerebrospinal fluid, 7.5 mg of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine will be slowly injected. Following a 10-minute interval, the sensory block level will be assessed using the pinprick test and modified Bromage scale, aiming for a T10 sensory block. Surgery will commence upon achieving adequate sensory block. Postoperatively, patients will be transferred to the recovery room. Patients failing to attain sufficient sensory block and experiencing pain will undergo transition to general anesthesia, terminating their cases.

Interventions

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General Anesthesia

After preoxygenation, intravenous fentanyl (1 μg/kg), propofol (2 mg/kg), and rocuronium (0.6 mg/kg) will be used for anesthesia induction. Intubation will be performed with a 7.0-8.0 sized tube, followed by the initiation of mechanical ventilation (tidal volume: 6-8 ml/kg, respiratory rate: 12 breaths/min). Sevoflurane will be used to maintain anesthesia (0.7-1 MAC), and remifentanil infusion will be administered for analgesia. Postoperatively, tramadol (1 mg/kg) and paracetamol (10 mg/kg) will be administered intravenously. Neuromuscular blockade will be reversed using sugammadex. Patients with an Aldrete Recovery Score ≥9 will be transferred to the post-anesthesia care unit after extubation.

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

Spinal Anesthesia

Patients will be positioned laterally with the hip to be operated on the lower side, and skin asepsis will be ensured, followed by sterile draping. A dural puncture will be performed at the L3-4 spinal level using a 22-25 gauge Quincke-tip spinal needle. After the detection of cerebrospinal fluid, 7.5 mg of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine will be slowly injected. Following a 10-minute interval, the sensory block level will be assessed using the pinprick test and modified Bromage scale, aiming for a T10 sensory block. Surgery will commence upon achieving adequate sensory block. Postoperatively, patients will be transferred to the recovery room. Patients failing to attain sufficient sensory block and experiencing pain will undergo transition to general anesthesia, terminating their cases.

Intervention Type PROCEDURE

Other Intervention Names

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propofol fentanyl rocuronium sevoflorane mechanical ventilation bupivacain

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* who will undergo hip surgery
* ASAII-III
* Over the age of 65

Exclusion Criteria

* Patients diagnosed with sepsis, pulmonary embolism, decompensated heart failure, chronic kidney failure.
* Patients who underwent cardioversion in the last 6 months or experienced myocardial infarction.
* Patients with a surgical history in the last month.
* Patients who required intubation in the intensive care unit.
* Patients with a baseline Hs-Troponin T value exceeding 20 ng/L.
* Patients with a postoperative peak Hs-Troponin T value higher than baseline.
Minimum Eligible Age

65 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Mustafa Bilgehan Ayik

principal investigator

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Istanbul, , Turkey (Türkiye)

Site Status RECRUITING

Countries

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Turkey (Türkiye)

Central Contacts

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Mustafa Bilgehan AYIK

Role: CONTACT

+905377247984

Facility Contacts

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Mustafa Bilgehan AYIK

Role: primary

+905377247984

Other Identifiers

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2534

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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