Plain-English translation of NCT07309575 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Hip fracture surgery in older adults can lead to breathing problems after the operation. This trial is comparing two common ways to manage pain during hip fracture surgery — general anesthesia (where you're fully asleep) and regional anesthesia (where only the surgical area is numbed). The goal is to find out which approach helps patients maintain better oxygen levels in their blood during the first day after surgery and leads to fewer complications overall.
Breathing complications after hip fracture surgery happen in about 1 in 3 older patients at this hospital, and low oxygen levels are a key warning sign. Doctors aren't sure which type of pain relief is safest for older adults with serious health conditions, so this study will compare how well each approach protects patients' oxygen levels and overall recovery.
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You will be assigned to receive hip fracture surgery under either general anesthesia or regional anesthesia. Researchers will monitor your oxygen levels closely during surgery and for 24 hours afterward, and track how well you recover over your hospital stay. They will also check for any breathing problems, confusion, or other complications that may develop after surgery.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 14, 2026 · Not medical advice
Portugal
Northern Lisbon Hospital Center
Enrollment target
~102 participants
Started
November 2025
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
65 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in December 2025.
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