Comparison of the Clinical Efficacy of 2 Paravertebral Block Strategies in Thoracic Surgery by Th… (NCT02865226) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedPhase 3
Comparison of the Clinical Efficacy of 2 Paravertebral Block Strategies in Thoracic Surgery by Thoracotomy: by the Anesthetist (Paravertebral Block Guided by Ultrasound) and by the Thoracic Surgeon (Paravertebral Block Visual)
France50 participantsStarted 2016-08-16
Plain-language summary
Post-thoracotomy pain is one of the most severe. The local analgesia allows its effective control and a reduction of postoperative morbidity and mortality.
The gold standard for local analgesia is the thoracic epidural. However, this technique can be dangerous with severe complications.
The paravertebral block showed comparable efficacy to the thoracic epidural for local analgesia . In addition, it has a better safety profile. There are several installation techniques. The difference in efficiency of these laying techniques is unknown.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* patient with thoracotomy indication for segmentectomy (s), lobectomy (s) lung or pulmonary wedge resection
* patient consenting to participate to the study
* patient enrolled in the national healthcare insurance program
* patient older than 18 years
Exclusion Criteria:
* patient with neuropathy
* patient with body mass index superior to 35 kg/m2
* patient with contraindication for paravertebral block or local analgesia
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.