CompletedNot Applicable

Comparison of Erector Spinae Plane Block and Transversus Thoracic Muscle Plane Block in Coronary Artery Surgery

Turkey (Türkiye)92 participantsStarted 2023-09-01

Plain-language summary

The main objective of this study is to evaluate postoperative pain intensity comparatively between erector spinae plane block and transversus thoracic muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery. The primary question it aims to address is which of these two regional techniques causes less postoperative pain.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 80 Years

Sex

ALL

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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18-80 who will undergo elective coronary artery surgery in TR Ankara City Hospital cardiovascular surgery operating room will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Exclusion criteria for patients aged 18-80 who will undergo isolated coronary artery bypass surgery * Non-coronary artery surgery cases * Re-operations * Low EF (\<40%) * psychiatric illness * Those who have contraindications for block (infection at the block site, etc.) * Patients who do not or cannot give consent to participate in the study

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

To evaluate the postoperative pain intensity of erector spinae plane block in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

To evaluate the postoperative pain intensity of erector spinae plane block in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

To evaluate the postoperative pain intensity of erector spinae plane block in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

To evaluate the effects of erector spinae plane block on postoperative hemonidamy in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery, in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06709625

SponsorAnkara City Hospital Bilkent

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-03-01

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 80 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

What they're measuring

To evaluate the postoperative pain intensity of erector spinae plane block in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

To evaluate the postoperative pain intensity of erector spinae plane block in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

To evaluate the postoperative pain intensity of erector spinae plane block in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours

To evaluate the effects of erector spinae plane block on postoperative hemonidamy in patients undergoing open coronary artery surgery, in comparison with transversus thoracis muscle plane block.

Timeframe: postoperatively 0, 4, 8, 12 and 24 hours