Comparing pain relief methods after shoulder surgery
Comparison of Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Serratus Posterior Superıor Intercostal Plane Block and Combination of Interscalene Brachial Plexus Block and Superfisial Plexus Block in Shoulder Arthroscopies
This study is testing two different ways to manage pain after shoulder surgery to see which one helps patients feel better and need fewer opioids.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ankara Etlik City Hospital Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Yenimahalle, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06660875 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of two different pain management techniques for patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy. It compares the postoperative analgesic efficacy of a combination of interscalene brachial plexus block and superficial cervical plexus block against the serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block. The goal is to determine which method provides better pain control and reduces the need for opioids after surgery. The study involves consenting patients aged 18 to 65 who are scheduled for elective shoulder surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 65 with an ASA physical status of I-III who are scheduled for elective shoulder arthroscopy.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced comorbidities, chronic opioid use, or those undergoing emergency surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients recovering from shoulder surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar nerve block techniques for postoperative pain management, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 to 65 years old * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-II-III * Body mass index 18 to 30 kg/m2 * Elective shoulder arthroscopy surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Under 18 and over 65 * ASA score IV and above * Advanced co-morbidity * History of bleeding diathesis * BMI under 18 kg/m2 and over 30 kg/m2 * Patient refusing the procedure * Patients who have previously undergone shoulder surgery * Chronic opioid or analgesic use * Patients who will operate under emergency conditions * Patients who will not undergo shoulder surgery
Where this trial is running
Yenimahalle, Ankara
- Ankara Etlik City Hospital — Yenimahalle, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mürüvvet Taşkir Turan, Md
- Email: taskirmuruvvet@gmail.com
- Phone: 00905065536934
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.