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Compares treatment options for Mastectomy; Lymphedema
Official title Erector Spinae Block Versus Paravertebral Block on Chronic Pain After Mastectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07561411
What this study is testing
What is Paravertebral block?
Paravertebral block is an investigational medicine, given as an injectable medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for mastectomy; lymphedema.
Also referred to as TPVB.
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
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the erector spinae block can reduce the incidence of chronic pain compared to the paravertebral block in adult patients undergoing total mastectomy. The study includes patients aged 18 to 80 years scheduled for mastectomy, with or without axillary dissection.
- 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 80. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients between 18 and 80 years old.
- Scheduled to total mastectomy with or without axillary dissection
- Willing to receive regional anesthesia in addition to GA
- ASA classification 1-3
You likely can't join if
- Previous thoracic surgery with an incision of \>2 cm
- Patient's refusal
- Allergy to local anesthetics
- Pregnant women
- Any contraindications to thoracic PVB, including intrathoracic infection, infection at the puncture site, cancer invasion of the puncture site...
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification of 4 or higher,
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult patients between 18 and 80 years old.
- Scheduled to total mastectomy with or without axillary dissection
- Willing to receive regional anesthesia in addition to GA
- ASA classification 1-3
- Previous thoracic surgery with an incision of \>2 cm
- Patient's refusal
- Allergy to local anesthetics
- Pregnant women
- Any contraindications to thoracic PVB, including intrathoracic infection, infection at the puncture site, cancer invasion of the puncture site, severe spinal deformity, history of spinal surgery, and severe...
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification of 4 or higher,
- History of chronic pain or untreated clinical severe depression
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beirut, Lebanon
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 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beirut, Lebanon. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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