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Compares treatment options for Costotransverse Foramen Block
Official title Costotransverse Foramen Block Versus Thoracic Paravertebral Block in Thoracotomy for Lung Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07367581
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to compare the costotransverse foramen block (CTFB) with thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) in patients undergoing thoracotomy for lung cancer.
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
- Age \> 18 years and ≤ 65 years old.
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status II-III.
- Body mass index 18-35 kg/m2.
- Patients scheduled for thoracotomies for lung cancer.
You likely can't join if
- Patient refusal.
- History of sensitivity to local anesthetics.
- History of psychological disorders.
- Contraindication to regional anesthesia, e.g., local sepsis, pre-existing peripheral neuropathies, and coagulopathy.
- Severe respiratory, cardiac, hepatic, or renal disease.
- Morbid obesity.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age \> 18 years and ≤ 65 years old.
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status II-III.
- Body mass index 18-35 kg/m2.
- Patients scheduled for thoracotomies for lung cancer.
- Patient refusal.
- History of sensitivity to local anesthetics.
- History of psychological disorders.
- Contraindication to regional anesthesia, e.g., local sepsis, pre-existing peripheral neuropathies, and coagulopathy.
- Severe respiratory, cardiac, hepatic, or renal disease.
- Morbid obesity.
- Uncooperative patients.
- Patients on chronic pain therapy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cairo, 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.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cairo, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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