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Official title Intraoperative Cryoanalgesia Versus Thoracic Epidural Block in MIRPE (Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07431632
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The main objective of this study is to compare epidural blockade with cryoanalgesia of the intercostal nerves as an analgesic method in the postoperative period of minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 13 and older
You may be able to join if
- Having pectus excavatum;
- Having signed the Informed Consent Form for the study.
You likely can't join if
- Age \< 13 years at the time of the procedure;
- Chronic use of analgesics preoperatively;
- Pectus carinatum, Poland syndrome, or other chest wall anomalies;
- Previous pectus excavatum repair by any technique;
- Previous thoracic surgery;
- Congenital heart disease;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Having pectus excavatum;
- Having signed the Informed Consent Form for the study.
- Age \< 13 years at the time of the procedure;
- Chronic use of analgesics preoperatively;
- Pectus carinatum, Poland syndrome, or other chest wall anomalies;
- Previous pectus excavatum repair by any technique;
- Previous thoracic surgery;
- Congenital heart disease;
- Hemorrhagic dyscrasia;
- Major anesthetic risk factors or history of previous problems with anesthesia;
- Pregnancy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- São Paulo, São Paulo, 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.
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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, 13 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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