Compares treatment options for Post Operative Pain
Official title Erector Spinae Plane Block Versus Rectus Sheath Block for Postoperative Analgesia After Supraumbilical Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05179928
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of erector spinae plane block (ESPB) and rectus sheath block (RSB) in providing postoperative analgesia after supraumbilical surgery in adult patients and their impact on the patient's outcomes. Background: Supraumbilical surgery for hernia repair is the second-most-popular after surgical inguinal hernia repair and is accompanied by moderate to severe postoperative pain, so patients always require large doses of opioids within the first postoperative day.
- 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 21 to 60
You may be able to join if
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status ≤ II
- Age from 21 to 60 years
- Body Mass Index (BMI) \< 35 kg/m²
You likely can't join if
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status \> II
- Age \ 60 years
- Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 35
- Local infection at the puncture site
- Altered mental status
- Pregnant women
See the full eligibility criteria
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status ≤ II
- Age from 21 to 60 years
- Body Mass Index (BMI) \< 35 kg/m²
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status \> II
- Age \ 60 years
- Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 35
- Local infection at the puncture site
- Altered mental status
- Pregnant women
- Allergy to study drugs
- Chronic pain
- Coagulation abnormalities or on anticoagulants
- Severe hepatic or kidney disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Damanhūr, El-Beheira, Egypt
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.
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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, 21 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Damanhūr, El-Beheira, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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