Ultrasound-guided pain relief for heart procedures

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 investigates the use of ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block to provide analgesia during endovascular cardiac interventions such as coronary angiography and cardiac catheterization. By targeting specific nerve branches that innervate the femoral region, the study aims to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction during these procedures. The study will assess both patient and physician satisfaction levels, contributing to a better understanding of pain management in cardiac interventions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* The patient is over 18 years of age
* Coronary angiography, cardiac catheterization and percutaneous coronary intervention will be applied to the patient,
* The above-mentioned procedures will be taken under elective conditions,
* Providing an optimal image when imaging the patient with ultrasound,
* INR\< 1.5
* If the patient gives consent, S/he will be included in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients under 18 years of age,
* Patients treated under emergency conditions,
* morbid obesity (BMI\>35 kg/m2),
* pregnant women,
* New York Heart Association (NYHA) stage 4 patients with advanced decompensated heart failure,
* Patients with symptoms such as redness, temperature increase, infection, hematoma in the application area before the procedure,
* Patients with a history of allergy to local anesthetics,
* Patients who cannot be communicated,
* Those with severe psychosis or progressive neurological deficits and muscle disease,
* Patients who do not consent to the application will be excluded from the study.

Where it's running

• Istanbul University- Cerrahpasa
  Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Gozde Altun
• Email: gozde.altun@iuc.edu.tr
• Phone: +905544290333

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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.