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Compares treatment options for Video-assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
Official title ESP vs SPSIP Block in VATS Analgesia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07232940
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is a minimally invasive procedure performed through small thoracic incisions, but postoperative pain remains significant due to tissue and rib trauma. Poorly controlled pain may lead to chronic postoperative pain; therefore, optimal analgesia is essential.
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
- Patients aged 18-65 years with ASA physical status I-III who will undergo elective video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) will be included.
You likely can't join if
- Patients who do not consent to participate in the study
- Patients with coagulopathy
- Patients with a history of local anesthetic allergy or toxicity
- Patients with hepatic or renal failure
- Patients with uncontrolled diabetes
- Patients with uncontrolled hypertension
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients aged 18-65 years with ASA physical status I-III who will undergo elective video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) will be included.
- Patients who do not consent to participate in the study
- Patients with coagulopathy
- Patients with a history of local anesthetic allergy or toxicity
- Patients with hepatic or renal failure
- Patients with uncontrolled diabetes
- Patients with uncontrolled hypertension
- Mentally disabled patients
- Patients receiving chronic pain treatment (opioid users)
- Patients using antidepressant medication
- Patients with neuropathic pain
- Mentally disabled patients
- Presence of infection at the injection site
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those with suspected pregnancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bursa, Nilüfer, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 Bursa, Nilüfer, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.