Understanding chronic pain after thoracotomy surgery
Incidence of Chronic Pain After Thoracotomy
This study looks at how many people experience ongoing pain after thoracotomy surgery and what factors might affect their recovery over the first six months.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Atatürk Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kecioren, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT05177575 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the incidence of chronic pain in patients who have undergone thoracotomy, a common surgical procedure in thoracic surgery. It aims to analyze the symptoms of chronic pain at 3 and 6 months post-surgery, considering factors such as postoperative analgesia, operation time, and duration of chest tube stay. By examining these variables, the study seeks to understand how acute postoperative pain may lead to chronic pain and affect patients' quality of life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 65 who are undergoing elective thoracotomy and have a physical status classified as I, II, or III by the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced cancer, a history of chronic analgesic therapy, previous thoracic surgery, or those operated under emergency conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing thoracotomy, enhancing their recovery and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the study focuses on chronic pain post-thoracotomy, similar studies have indicated that understanding postoperative pain can lead to better management practices, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65 years * American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I-II-III * Body mass index (BMI) between 18-35 kg/m2 * Patients undergoing elective thoracotomy Exclusion Criteria: * Advanced cancer * History of chronic analgesic therapy * Patients with previous thoracic surgery * Patients who were operated under emergency conditions
Where this trial is running
Kecioren, Ankara
- Ankara Atatürk Chest Disease and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital — Kecioren, Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Musa Zengin, MD — Atatürk Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital
- Study coordinator: Musa Zengin, MD
- Email: musazengin@gmail.com
- Phone: 903125677233
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.