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New treatment option for Hernia, Umbilical
Official title Clonidine in Ultrasound-guided Rectus Sheath Block for Outpatient Umbilical Hernioplasty
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07062497
What this study is testing
What is Rectus Sheath Block?
Rectus Sheath Block is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for hernia, umbilical.
Also referred to as RSB.
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 clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an ultrasound-guided nerve block technique as the sole anesthetic method for patients undergoing outpatient umbilical hernia surgery. The procedure, called rectus sheath block (RSB), involves injecting local anesthetic near the abdominal muscles to reduce pain during and after surgery.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
- 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 65
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18 to 65 years;
- Both male and female participants;
- ASA physical status I or II (American Society of Anesthesiologists classification);
- Scheduled for elective ambulatory umbilical hernia repair;
- Hernial defect size ≤ 4 cm (small to medium).
You likely can't join if
- Refusal or inability to provide written informed consent;
- Cognitive or psychiatric disorders that impair comprehension or adherence to the study protocol;
- Known allergy or hypersensitivity to local anesthetics, clonidine, opioids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or other analgesics;
- Participation in another clinical trial within the previous 30 days;
- Missing data or loss to follow-up during postoperative assessments;
- Contraindications to regional anesthesia or known coagulopathy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 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.