Comparing two methods for pain relief after minimally invasive heart surgery
Comparison of Ultrasound-Guided Serratus Combination Plane Blocks and Local Wound Infiltration for Postoperative Analgesia Management in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
This study is testing two different ways to relieve pain after minimally invasive heart surgery to see which one helps patients feel better and use fewer pain medications.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | İstanbul Yeni Yüzyıl Üniversitesi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06968065 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided serratus anterior plane and serratus-intercostal interfascial plane blocks compared to local wound infiltration for managing postoperative pain in patients undergoing minimally invasive cardiac surgery. It is a randomized, prospective, single-blinded trial involving 60 patients, focusing on opioid consumption and pain scores post-surgery. The study aims to determine which method provides better analgesia and fewer complications during recovery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-75 undergoing minimally invasive cardiac surgery with specific incision criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with coagulopathy, allergies to local anesthetics or opioids, or those undergoing bilateral thoracic incisions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved pain management and reduced opioid use for patients after heart surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-75 years * Undergoing MICS with left-sided 4th-5th intercostal incision * ASA I-III * Informed consent provided Exclusion Criteria: * Coagulopathy or on anticoagulants * Allergy to local anesthetics or opioids * Local infection at block site * Pregnancy or lactation * Bilateral thoracic incisions * Refusal to participate
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Kolan International Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Selcuk Alver, MD
- Email: alverselcuk@gmail.com
- Phone: +905435424234
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.