BridgeMD
New treatment option for Median Sternotomy
Official title Effect of Parasternal Plane Block on Intraoperative Nociception
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07354750
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Effective pain control during pediatric cardiac surgery remains a major clinical challenge, particularly in procedures involving median sternotomy, which is associated with intense nociceptive stimulation. Inadequate intraoperative analgesia may lead to increased opioid requirements, hemodynamic instability, delayed extubation, and prolonged intensive care unit stay.
- 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 6 to 7
You may be able to join if
- Age between 6 months and 7 years
- Scheduled for elective congenital cardiac surgery
- Planned median sternotomy
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status II-III
- Hemodynamically stable preoperative condition
You likely can't join if
- Emergency surgery or redo sternotomy
- Age \ 7 years
- ASA physical status I or \>III
- Severe neurological disorders preventing reliable application of behavioral pain scales
- Failure to obtain written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age between 6 months and 7 years
- Scheduled for elective congenital cardiac surgery
- Planned median sternotomy
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status II-III
- Hemodynamically stable preoperative condition
- Written informed consent obtained from a parent or legal guardian
- Emergency surgery or redo sternotomy
- Age \ 7 years
- ASA physical status I or \>III
- Severe neurological disorders preventing reliable application of behavioral pain scales
- Failure to obtain written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, 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, 6 months to 7 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
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.