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New treatment option for Postoperative Pain
Official title Paravertebral Block for Mastectomy With Immediate Reconstruction
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06276257
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Following a mastectomy, patients may develop chronic pain, called post-mastectomy pain syndrome (PMPS). This syndrome manifests itself as complex neuropathic pain that seems linked to nerve damage suffered either during surgery, during healing or by nervous system dysfunction.
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 70, women only
You may be able to join if
- 18-70 years of age
- woman scheduled for unilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction
You likely can't join if
- Patients who will have an axillary dissection during surgery.
- Woman with severe hepatic insufficiency (Child Pugh Classification B and above24).
- Woman with kidney failure stage 4 and above25.
- Body mass index (BMI) \> 40 kg/m2.
- Woman with an allergy to local anesthetics.
- Woman with a bleeding disorder in whom BPV is contraindicated.
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18-70 years of age
- woman scheduled for unilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction
- Patients who will have an axillary dissection during surgery.
- Woman with severe hepatic insufficiency (Child Pugh Classification B and above24).
- Woman with kidney failure stage 4 and above25.
- Body mass index (BMI) \> 40 kg/m2.
- Woman with an allergy to local anesthetics.
- Woman with a bleeding disorder in whom BPV is contraindicated.
- Woman in whom stopping antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy does not allow compliance with the standards of practice of neuraxial anesthesia issued by the American Society of Regional Anesthesia.
- Woman with a single lung.
- Pregnant woman.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Québec, Quebec, Canada
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 female, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Québec, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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