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New treatment option for Scoliosis; Juvenile
Official title Erector Spinae Plane Blockade in Pediatric Scoliosis Surgery Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04153994
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Providing effective analgesia after spinal fusion for idiopathic scoliosis remains a challenge with significant practice variation existing among high volume spine surgery centers. Even in the era of multimodal analgesia, opioids are the primary analgesics used for pain control after pediatric scoliosis surgery, but have multiple known adverse effects.
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Who can take part
Ages up to 18
You may be able to join if
- ASA I-III
- Diagnosed with Idiopathic scoliosis
- Undergoing single-stage posterior spinal instrumentation and fusion
You likely can't join if
- Thorascopic tethering procedure
- Two-stage procedure
- Abnormal developmental profile
- Congenital/neuromuscular scoliosis
- Requiring PICU admission
- Known allergy to lidocaine
See the full eligibility criteria
- ASA I-III
- Diagnosed with Idiopathic scoliosis
- Undergoing single-stage posterior spinal instrumentation and fusion
- Thorascopic tethering procedure
- Two-stage procedure
- Abnormal developmental profile
- Congenital/neuromuscular scoliosis
- Requiring PICU admission
- Known allergy to lidocaine
- Known cardiac, renal or liver disease or dysfunction
- Pre-existing pain complaints, i.e. on regular analgesic medications
- Current psychiatric diagnosis, e.g. anxiety, depression, eating disorder, defined according to DSM criteria.
- Requiring non-standard post-op pain management
- Any history of seizures
- Unplanned staged procedure
- Weight \ 85th centile for age
- Porphyria
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Palo Alto, California, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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, up to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Palo Alto, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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