CompletedPhase 4

Intravenous Lidocaine and Acute Rehabilitation

Belgium45 participantsStarted 2003-01

Plain-language summary

Background: Intravenous infusion of lidocaine may decrease postoperative pain and speed return of bowel function. The investigators therefore tested the hypothesis that including perioperative lidocaine infusion improves recovery from laparoscopic colectomy and shortens the duration of hospitalization. Methods: Forty patients scheduled for laparoscopic colectomy were randomly allocated to receive intravenous lidocaine (bolus injection of 1.5 mg.kg-1 lidocaine at induction of anesthesia, then a continuous infusion of 2 mg.kg-1.h-1 intraoperatively and 1.33 mg.kg-1.h-1 for 24 h postoperatively) or an equal volume of saline. All patients received similar intensive postoperative rehabilitation. Postoperative pain scores, opioid consumption, and fatigue scores were measured. Times to first flatus, defecation, and hospital discharge were recorded. Postoperative endocrine (cortisol and catecholamines) and metabolic (leucocytes, C-reactive protein, and glucose) responses were measured for 48 h. Data (median \[25%-75% interquartile range\] Saline vs Lidocaine groups) were analyzed using Mann-Whitney tests. P\<0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 70 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * ASA I-III * non-malignant disease Exclusion Criteria: * greater than 70 years * history of gastro-duodenal peptic ulcer or renal failure (contraindications to the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) * hepatic insufficiency * psychiatric disorder * steroid treatment * chronic treatment with opioid

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Sevoflurane consumption

Pain scores

abdominal comfort

fatigue scores

Trial details

NCT IDNCT00330941

SponsorThe Cleveland Clinic

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

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