Effect of Two Different Plane Blocks on Post-thoracotomy Pain (NCT05083832) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Effect of Two Different Plane Blocks on Post-thoracotomy Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2021-10-11
Plain-language summary
Thoracotomy is recognized as one of the most painful surgical procedures. This increases the frequency of postoperative pulmonary complications. Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) and Serratus Anterior Plane Block (SAPB) are more superficial, easier to perform, and less likely to have complications. In addition, ESPB and SAPB applications are increasing in patients who underwent thoracotomy and thoracoscopic surgery.
In this study, the investigators aimed to evaluate the effect of continuous ESPB and continuous SAPB via US-guidance on post-thoracotomy pain.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* 18 to 65 years old
* ASA physical status I-II-III
* BMI 18 to 30 kg/m2
* Elective thoracotomy surgery
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patient refusing the procedure
* Emergency surgery
* History of chronic opioid or analgesic used
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.
What they're measuring
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Pain scores
Timeframe: 72 hours after surgery
Trial details
NCT IDNCT05083832
SponsorAtatürk Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital