Comparing two pain relief methods after lung surgery
Comparison of the Effects of Ultrasound-guided Serratus Anterior Plane Block and Erector Spinae Plane Block on Postoperative Acute and Chronic Pain for Patients Who Underwent Video-assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery.
This study is testing which of two pain relief methods works better for people aged 18 to 65 after lung 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 | NCT05160961 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two ultrasound-guided pain relief techniques, the Serratus Anterior Plane Block (SAPB) and the Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB), in managing postoperative acute and chronic pain in patients undergoing Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS). By comparing these two methods, the study seeks to determine which technique provides better pain control and reduces complications associated with surgery. The research will involve patients aged 18 to 65 who meet specific health criteria and are scheduled for elective VATS procedures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 65 with a body mass index between 18-30 who are scheduled for elective video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced cancer, chronic analgesic therapy, local anesthetic allergies, infections in the intervention area, or bleeding disorders 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 lung surgery, enhancing recovery and reducing hospital stay.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar pain management techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65 years * American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I-II-III * Body mass index between 18-30 kg/m2 * Patients undergoing elective video assiste thoracoscopic surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Advanced cancer * History of chronic analgesic therapy * History of local anesthetic allergy * Infection in the intervention area * Patients with bleeding disorders
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.