Comparing ultrasound-guided and conventional caudal blocks in children
What Technique for Caudal Block in Children: Conventional or Ultrasound-guided
This study is testing whether using ultrasound to guide a type of pain relief block is better than the traditional method for young children having surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 94 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Months to 6 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Tunis University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tunis, Tunis Governorate) |
| Trial ID | NCT06655571 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided caudal blocks versus conventional techniques based on anatomical landmarks in children undergoing elective surgery. It evaluates the success rates of each method, the time taken for the procedure, the number of punctures required, and any complications that may arise. Children aged 6 months to 6 years are randomized into two groups to receive either technique with a specific dosage of bupivacaine. The findings will help determine which method is more effective and safer for pediatric patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged between 6 months and 6 years who are classified as ASA 1 and are scheduled for elective surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with severe systemic diseases, previous neurological or spinal disorders, coagulation abnormalities, allergies to local anesthetics, or local infections at the block site may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve pain management techniques in children undergoing surgery, leading to better outcomes and fewer complications.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with ultrasound-guided techniques in various medical fields, suggesting potential success for this approach in pediatric anesthesia.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * children aged between 6 months and 6 years, ASA 1 , underwent elective surgery Exclusion Criteria: * severe systemic diseases, previous neurological or spinal disorders, coagulation abnormalities, allergies toward LAs, local infection at the block site
Where this trial is running
Tunis, Tunis Governorate
- Bechir Hamza hospital — Tunis, Tunis Governorate, Tunisia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: salma Aouadi, Hospital university assistant
- Email: salmaaouadi1@gmail.com
- Phone: 56652210
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.