Pain management using erector spine plane block in children with scoliosis
Erector Spine Plane (ESP) Block for Analgesia in Pediatric Scoliosis Surgery
This study tests if using a new pain management technique with local anesthetics can help children with scoliosis feel less pain after surgery while using fewer opioids.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Year to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Poznan University of Medical Sciences Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Poznań, Wielkopolska) |
| Trial ID | NCT05944393 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the use of bilateral erector spinae plane (ESP) blocks for postoperative pain management in pediatric patients undergoing scoliosis correction surgery. The aim is to reduce the reliance on opioids by implementing a multimodal analgesia regimen that includes local anesthetics. The ESP block is a relatively new technique that has shown promise in adult surgeries but poses challenges in pediatric patients with spinal deformities. The study will assess the effectiveness of this approach in providing adequate pain control while maintaining hemodynamic stability and neuromonitoring.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children under 18 years old who are scheduled for scoliosis surgery.
Not a fit: Patients over 18 years old or those with chronic opioid use or localized infections may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce opioid use and improve pain management in children undergoing scoliosis surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the ESP block has been successfully used in adult surgeries, its application in pediatric scoliosis surgery is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients \< 18 years old undergoing scoliosis surgery Exclusion Criteria: * refusal to participate * \> 18 yo * Chronic opioid use * localized infection
Where this trial is running
Poznań, Wielkopolska
- Department of Spine Diseases and Pediatric Orthopedics, University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland — Poznań, Wielkopolska, Poland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Małgorzata Domagalska, PhD — Department of Palliative Medicine, University of Medical Sciences
- Study coordinator: Małgorzata Domagalska, PhD
- Email: m.domagalska@icloud.com
- Phone: 608762068
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.