Comparing two pain management techniques for patients undergoing VATS

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block compared to the Serratus Anterior Plane (SAP) block for pain management in patients undergoing video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). The goal is to improve postoperative pain control and reduce opioid usage, which can lead to complications such as pneumonia and atelectasis. By utilizing regional anesthesia techniques, the study aims to enhance recovery and functional outcomes for patients. The study will include patients with a BMI between 18 and 40 kg/m2 and will exclude those with contraindications to regional anesthesia or pre-existing chronic pain.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* body mass index (BMI)=18 to 40 kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Contraindications to regional anesthesia as bleeding disorders , allergy to local anesthetic or infection at block site
* pre-existing chronic pain
* history of opiate abuse
* sepsis

Where it's running

• faculty of medicine Ain Shams University
  Cairo, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: abdallah M soudi, M.D.56k
• Email: Dr.soudi2014@med.asu.edu.eg
• Phone: +201111228925

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.