Effects of General Anesthesia and Spinal-Morphine Anesthesia on Recovery and Comfort After Benign Abdominal Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy (MeSH nr: E04.950.300.399) Clinical Trial

Official title: General Anesthesia Versus Spinal Anesthesia Combined With Intrathecal Morphine in Abdominal Hysterectomy for Benign Gynecological Diseases. A Randomized Open Controlled Study.

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine whether spinal anesthesia combined with intrathecal morphine in abdominal hysterectomy on benign gynecological indications gives better outcome concerning duration of hospital stay and postoperative patient comfort than general anesthesia.

Clinical Trial Description

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Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Supportive Care

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Hysterectomy (MeSH nr: E04.950.300.399)

• NCT number: NCT00527332
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: University Hospital, Linkoeping
• Status: Completed
• Phase: Phase 4
• Start date: March 2007
• Completion date: December 2009