Pectointercostal Fascial Plane Block Versus Transversus Thoracic Plane Block In Adult Cardiac Surgery Patients
Launched by ALEXANDRIA UNIVERSITY · Apr 5, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of July 21, 2025
Unknown status
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ClinConnect Summary
A prospective study will be carried out in Alexandria Main University Hospitals on 60 adult patients planned for elective cardiac surgery, after approval of the Ethical Committee of Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria, and having an informed written consent taken from patients included in the study. Patients will be categorized into two equal groups; group P (n=30)) will receive ultrasound-guided pectointercostal fascial plane block and group T (n=30) will receive ultrasound-guided transversus thoracic plane block.
All patients will receive the ultrasound-guided block after induction of anesth...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Adult patient.
- • 2. Elective cardiac surgery.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Refusal to participate.
- • 2. Redo or urgent cardiac surgery.
- • 3. Local infection of the skin at the site of needle puncture.
- • 4. Allergy to bupivacaine.
- • 5. Coagulation disorders.
- • 6. Clinically significant liver or kidney disease, heart failure, moderate to severe pulmonary hypertension.
- • 7. when extubation is intentionally planned to be delayed
About Alexandria University
Alexandria University, a leading academic institution in Egypt, is dedicated to advancing medical research and improving healthcare outcomes through innovative clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches, the university leverages its extensive resources and expertise to conduct rigorous studies that address pressing health challenges. By fostering partnerships with healthcare professionals, industry leaders, and regulatory bodies, Alexandria University aims to contribute to the global body of medical knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care through evidence-based findings.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Alexandria, , Egypt
Patients applied
Trial Officials
islam Omar, MD
Study Chair
Lecturer of Anaesthesia and surgical intensive care, Faculty of medicine, Alexandria university
Ibrahim Ibrahim, MD
Principal Investigator
Lecturer of Anaesthesia and surgical intensive care, Faculty of medicine, Alexandria university
Moustafa Halwag, MD
Study Director
Lecturer of Anaesthesia and surgical intensive care, Faculty of medicine, Alexandria university
Timeline
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Trial launched
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