The Effect of Superficial Cervical Block Application on Postoperative Opioid Consumption in Patie… (NCT06755736) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Effect of Superficial Cervical Block Application on Postoperative Opioid Consumption in Patients Undergoing Anterior Cervical Discectomy Surgery
Turkey (Türkiye)48 participantsStarted 2025-01-06
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of superficial cervical block on postoperative opioid consumption in patients undergoing anterior cervical discectomy surgery. Postoperative pain significantly impacts recovery and patient comfort in this type of surgery, where symptoms such as swallowing difficulties, occipito-cervical pain, and positional discomfort are common. While opioids are effective for pain control, their side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and respiratory depression, may lead to complications, especially in cervical surgeries with potential airway risks.
Superficial cervical block is a simple and safe regional anesthesia technique proven effective in managing pain after thyroid and carotid surgeries. However, its potential benefits in anterior cervical discectomy surgeries have not been extensively studied.
Our hypothesis is that superficial cervical block can reduce postoperative opioid use and provide effective pain management for these patients. Additionally, investigators aim to compare opioid-related side effects and postoperative pain scores between groups with and without the block.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients scheduled for anterior cervical discectomy surgery
* aged between 18 and 70 years,
* American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) physical status I-II, scheduled for anterior cervical discectomy surgery will be included.
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of bleeding diathesis,
* Receiving anticoagulant treatment,
* Known local anesthetics and opioid allergy,
* History of chronic pain
* Infection of the skin at the site of the needle puncture,
* Patients who do not accept the procedure
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial looked at whether a superficial cervical block — a local anesthetic injection around the neck — can reduce the amount of opioid painkillers needed after anterior cervical discectomy surgery, so could this technique be an option for managing my pain after my procedure?
2Since this trial is already completed, have the results been published yet, and if so, what did they show about how much the block actually reduced opioid use compared to patients who didn't receive it?
3What are the potential risks or side effects of a superficial cervical block specifically in the neck area, and how do those risks compare to the risks of receiving higher doses of opioids after surgery?
4If the superficial cervical block does reduce opioid consumption, does that mean patients in the study had fewer opioid-related side effects like nausea, sedation, or breathing problems, and is that something I might benefit from given my own health history?
5Is the superficial cervical block technique used in this trial something your surgical or anesthesia team already does, or would this be something new they would need to adopt for my care?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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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Incidence of Requiring Postoperative Rescue Analgesia