Erector spinae block for pain management in thoracic surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 evaluate the effectiveness of erector spinae blocks (ESB) with bolus infusions of local anesthetic in reducing postoperative pain and opioid consumption in patients undergoing pulmonary resection surgery. The hypothesis is that these blocks will lead to lower pain scores and decreased reliance on narcotics, which is particularly beneficial for patients requiring anticoagulation who cannot receive more invasive nerve blocks. The study will assess pain levels and opioid use in patients post-surgery to determine the efficacy of this approach.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* pulmonary resection
* 18\<age\<90

Exclusion Criteria:

* pleurodesis
* decortication
* emergent surgery
* local anesthetic allergy
* intraoperative complication (inadvertent hemorrhage or conversion to open surgery)
* bilateral pulmonary resection

Where it's running

• The George Washington University
  Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Eduard Shaykhinurov
• Email: eshaykhinurov@mfa.gwu.edu
• Phone: 2028234259

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.