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New treatment option for Hypospadias
Official title Comparison of Sacral ESP Block and Caudal Block in Pediatric Hypospadias Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07619651
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Hypospadias surgery in pediatric patients requires effective postoperative analgesia to ensure patient comfort and reduce perioperative stress. Caudal epidural block is widely used for analgesia in pediatric urological procedures; however, alternative regional techniques such as the sacral erector spinae plane (ESP) block have recently gained attention.
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, men only
You may be able to join if
- Male patients aged between 6 months to 7 years
- Scheduled for hypospadias repair surgery
- ASA physical status I-II
- No known allergy to local anesthetic agents
- No contraindications to peripheral nerve blocks
You likely can't join if
- Known congenital coagulopathy
- Known allergy to local anesthetic agents
- Severe systemic disease (ASA III-IV)
- Severe organ failure
- Neurological disorders
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male patients aged between 6 months to 7 years
- Scheduled for hypospadias repair surgery
- ASA physical status I-II
- No known allergy to local anesthetic agents
- No contraindications to peripheral nerve blocks
- Written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians
- Known congenital coagulopathy
- Known allergy to local anesthetic agents
- Severe systemic disease (ASA III-IV)
- Severe organ failure
- Neurological disorders
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kayseri, 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?
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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 male, 6 months to 7 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kayseri, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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