Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase 4 Interventional Ages 6 to 17

Using bupivacaine liposome injection for pain relief in children during orthopedic surgery

Official title: A Real World Study on Local Infiltration of Bupivacaine Liposome Injection for Acute Postoperative Pain After Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Run by Jiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd. · NCT06344091 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a special pain relief injection can help children aged 6 to 17 feel better after orthopedic surgery.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 4
Study typeInterventional
Ages6 Years to 17 Years
SexAll
Enrollment232 (estimated)
SponsorJiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd.
Industry-sponsored
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 21, 2024
Main results expectedMay 2027
Study endsMay 2027
Registry record updatedSeptember 28, 2026
Trial IDNCT06344091 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are pediatric patients aged 6 to 17 years undergoing orthopedic surgery with a cumulative incision length of 3 cm or more.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a history of chronic pain, significant comorbidities, or those who have recently received similar treatments may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the safety and effectiveness of bupivacaine liposome injection for providing local analgesia in pediatric patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. The focus is on children aged 6 to 17 years who are expected to have a surgical incision of at least 3 cm. The study aims to assess how well this treatment works in a real-world clinical setting, particularly in managing postoperative pain. Participants will be monitored for any adverse effects and overall pain relief.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve pain management for children undergoing orthopedic procedures.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with liposomal formulations for pain management, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Subjects and guardians are willing to sign the informed consent.
2. Subjects undergoing orthopedic surgery under general anesthesia with expected cumulative incision length ≥ 3cm.
3. 6 years old ≤ age ≤ 17 years old, Male or female.
4. ASA Physical Status Classification I-III.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Subjects received liposomal bupivacaine or bupivacaine hydrochloride within the past 30 days.
2. Subjects with a history of immunodeficiency diseases (such as congenital immunodeficiency disease, AIDS or malignant tumors) or received immunosuppressants within 30 days.
3. Subjects with comorbid mental diseases (such as schizophrenia, depression, etc.) or difficult to communicate.
4. Subjects with a history of chronic pain or visceral pain.
5. Subjects with abnormal liver and kidney function.
6. Subjects with clinically significant abnormal heart rate or rhythm.
7. Subjects who are participating or planning to participate in any interventional clinical trial.
8. The investigators determined that other conditions were inappropriate for participation in this clinical trial.

Where it's running

  • Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.