Pain management approach for hip surgeries in children
Ultrasound-Guided Combined Pericapsular Nerve Group Block and Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve Block Versus Caudal Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric Hip Surgeries. A Randomized Controlled Study.
This study tests if a new way of blocking pain helps kids feel less discomfort after hip surgery compared to a standard pain relief method.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 2 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 68 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Year to 9 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kasr El Aini Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06417268 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a combined pericapsular nerve group block and lateral femoral cutaneous nerve block in reducing postoperative pain in children undergoing open hip surgery. Participants will receive either a caudal analgesia or the combined nerve blocks, with pain levels assessed using the FLACC score for 24 hours post-surgery. The study involves standard preoperative assessments and monitoring during the procedure to ensure patient safety and effective pain management.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children classified as ASA physical status I or II who are scheduled for unilateral hip surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with coagulopathy, bilateral hip surgery, or known allergies to the medications used may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce postoperative pain in pediatric patients undergoing hip surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar nerve block techniques in managing postoperative pain, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I, II. * Unilateral hip surgery. Exclusion Criteria: * Parents' refusal to participate in the study. * Coagulopathy (i.e. Platelets ≤ 50,000 and/or INR\> 1.5). * Localized infection at the site of needle insertion. * Known hypersensitivity or allergies to any of the used drugs. * Bilateral hip surgery in the same session.
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Cairo University Hospitals — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ramy m alkonaiesy
- Email: ramyalkonaiesy@gmail.com
- Phone: 01224883990
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.