Comparing two pain relief methods for patients undergoing abdominoplasty
Combined Ultrasound Guided Bilateral Rectus Sheath and Erector Spinae Plain Blocks Versus Erector Spinae Plain Block for Intra and Postoperative Analgesia in Elective Abdominoplastic Surgeries. a Randomized Controlled Double Blinded Trial.
This study is testing if a combination of two pain relief methods works better than one for helping patients feel less pain after tummy tuck surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo, Cairo Governorate) |
| Trial ID | NCT06765772 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a combined approach using bilateral rectus sheath and erector spinae plane blocks versus using the erector spinae plane block alone for pain management in patients undergoing elective abdominoplastic surgeries. The study will involve 40 adult patients who will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups to assess their pain relief outcomes and morphine consumption during and after surgery. The goal is to determine which method provides better analgesia with fewer side effects, particularly in patients at risk for respiratory complications.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 21 to 60 years, classified as ASA I or II, who are scheduled for elective abdominoplastic surgeries.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit include those outside the age range of 21 to 60, those with ASA III or IV classifications, or those with certain medical conditions such as severe respiratory or cardiac diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing abdominoplasty, reducing the need for opioids.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar analgesic techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * patients Age from 21 to 60 years ,Male and female patients ,ASA I, II patients scheduled for elective abdominoplastic surgeries during the study duration. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient refusal, Age less than 21 and above 60 years old, ASA III, IV patients., Infection at the site of injection, Opioid addiction, Allergy to any used substances (lidocaine, bupivacaine)., Preexisting severe or uncontrolled respiratory, renal or cardiac disease. , INR more than 1.5 and platelets less than 100000.
Where this trial is running
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
- Cairo university hospital — Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: yahya Mohamed Hammad, MD
- Email: yahya196cm@hotmail.com
- Phone: 00201114048081
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.