Comparing two pain management techniques for thoracic surgery
Erector Spinae Versus Intercostal Nerve Blocks With Liposomal Bupivacaine for Analgesia in Thoracic Surgery
This study tests which pain management method works better for people having lung cancer surgery: an erector spinae block with liposomal bupivacaine or intercostal nerve blocks.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | George Washington University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Washington D.C., District of Columbia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06810375 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of two different pain management techniques in patients undergoing thoracic surgery for lung cancers. It compares the erector spinae block with liposomal bupivacaine injections against intercostal nerve blocks. The study aims to determine which method provides better postoperative analgesia. Participants will be monitored for pain levels and recovery outcomes following their surgical procedures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for video-assisted pulmonary resection, pleurodesis, or decortication.
Not a fit: Patients with allergies to local anesthetics or those undergoing bilateral 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 undergoing thoracic surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar nerve block techniques for pain management, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Video assisted pulmonary resection, pleurodesis or decortication Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy to local anesthetics * Patient undergoing bilateral surgery * Surgery is emergent as deemed by the principal investigator
Where this trial is running
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
- The George Washington University Hospital — Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Eduard Shaykhinurov, MS
- Email: eshaykhinurov@mfa.gwu.edu
- Phone: 2022038960
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.