Comparing local anesthetic volumes for pain relief after thoracic surgery
The Effect of Different Local Anesthetic Volumes of Serratus Anterior Plan Block Performed With Ultrasound on Acute Pain After Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
This study is testing whether using 20 ml or 30 ml of local anesthetic can help adults aged 18 to 65 feel less pain after having video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Atatürk Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kecioren, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT05255536 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two different volumes of local anesthetic (20 ml and 30 ml) administered via the serratus anterior plane block for pain management following video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). The research focuses on postoperative pain relief, comparing the analgesic effects of these two volumes of bupivacaine. Participants will be adults aged 18 to 65 undergoing elective VATS, and the study will utilize ultrasound guidance for the block administration. The goal is to determine the optimal volume for effective pain control in this surgical context.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 65 with ASA physical status I-III who are scheduled for elective video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those requiring emergency surgery or those with chronic opioid or analgesic use.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing thoracic surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored various volumes of local anesthetics for similar blocks, but this specific volume comparison in the context of VATS is less established.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 to 65 years old * ASA physical status I-II-III * BMI 18 to 30 kg/m2 * Elective video assisted thoracoscopic surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Patient refusing the procedure * Emergency surgery * Chronic opioid or analgesic use
Where this trial is running
Kecioren, Ankara
- Ankara Atatürk Chest Disease and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital — Kecioren, Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Musa Zengin, MD — Atatürk Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital
- Study coordinator: Musa Zengin, MD
- Email: musazengin@gmail.com
- Phone: 903125677233
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.