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New treatment option for Robotic Lung Surgery
Official title Bupivacaine/Epinephrine +Dexamethasone vs. Liposomal Bupivacaine
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03906617
What this study is testing
What is Intercostal nerve block and wound infiltration with liposomal bupivacaine?
Intercostal nerve block and wound infiltration with liposomal bupivacaine is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for robotic lung surgery.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study will assess analgesia after robotic lung surgery. Subjects will be randomized to receive wound infiltration and intercostal nerve block with either liposomal bupivacaine or bupivacaine/epinephrine + dexamethasone.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 90
You may be able to join if
- undergoing robotic wedge resection or lobectomy for lung mass(es)
You likely can't join if
- emergency case
- history of opiate abuse
- chronic pain syndrome
- intravenous drug use
- chronic use of oral steroids
- pregnancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- undergoing robotic wedge resection or lobectomy for lung mass(es)
- emergency case
- history of opiate abuse
- chronic pain syndrome
- intravenous drug use
- chronic use of oral steroids
- pregnancy
- imprisonment
- body weight lower than 70 kg
- liver failure
- uninsured patients
- non-verbal patients or patients who are unable to rate their pain on a visual analogue pain scale
- history of allergic reaction to any of the drugs used in the study: bupivacaine, liposomal bupivacaine, dexamethasone
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Camden, New Jersey, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Camden, New Jersey, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.