Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Interventional Ages 24 Months to 12

Comparing two types of nerve blocks for pain relief after hernia surgery in children

Official title: Ultrasound Guided Paravertebral Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block for Postoperative Analgesia After Inguinal Hernia Repair in Pediatric Patients: a Randomized Clinical Trial

Run by Zagazig University · NCT06752252 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing which type of nerve block works better for managing pain in children after hernia surgery.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages24 Months to 12 Years
SexAll
Enrollment158 (estimated)
SponsorZagazig University
Government
Locations2 sites (El Sharkia and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 30, 2024
Main results expectedSeptember 30, 2025
Study endsDecember 30, 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 1, 2025
Trial IDNCT06752252 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are preschool and school-aged children between 24 months and 12 years old who are undergoing elective unilateral inguinal hernia repair.

Probably not a fit

Patients with contraindications to regional blocks, such as coagulopathy or local infections, or those with advanced systemic diseases may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided paravertebral block and erector spinae plane block for postoperative pain management in pediatric patients undergoing elective inguinal hernia repair. It will assess the total amount of rescue analgesics used in the first 24 hours post-surgery, the timing of the first analgesic request, and pain intensity during rest and movement. Additionally, the study will monitor for complications and evaluate parental satisfaction with the pain management provided.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for children undergoing hernia repair, enhancing their recovery experience.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar nerve block techniques for postoperative analgesia, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1 - Parents acceptance

2\. Age: preschool and school age child (24 months-12 years old).

3\. Sex: both sex (males or females).

4\. Physical status: ASA 1\& II.

5\. Type of operation: elective unilateral inguinal hernia repair

Exclusion Criteria:

1- Patient with any contraindications of regional blocks (as coagulopathy or local infection at injection site)

2\. Patients with known history of allergy to the study drugs (bupivacaine and lidocaine).

3\. Advanced hepatic, renal, cardiovascular, neurologic and respiratory diseases.

Where it's running

  • faculty of human medicine, Zagazig university hospitals
    El Sharkia, Egypt
    Recruiting
  • Faculty of Human Medicine, Zagazig University
    El Sharkia, Egypt
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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