Interscalene Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block for Shoulder Arthroscopy Anesthesia

Launched by TANTA UNIVERSITY · Dec 4, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying two different types of anesthesia methods used during shoulder surgery called arthroscopy. The aim is to compare the effectiveness of the Interscalene Block (ISB) and the Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) in providing pain relief during the procedure. By understanding which method works better, doctors hope to improve patient comfort and outcomes during shoulder surgeries.

To be part of this trial, participants should be between the ages of 18 and 74, have a healthy body weight (with a Body Mass Index under 40), and be scheduled for elective shoulder arthroscopy. However, individuals who have allergies to local anesthetics, certain opioid medications, or who have chronic pain conditions requiring opioids are not eligible. Those who join the study can expect to receive one of the two anesthesia methods during their surgery and will be monitored for their pain relief and recovery. This trial is currently looking for volunteers, and participation could help improve the options available for shoulder surgery anesthesia.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with Body Mass Index \< 40 kg/m2
• • American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-II
• • scheduled for elective shoulder arthroscopy
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Known allergy to local anesthetics
• • Allergy to all opioid medications
• • Diagnostic shoulder arthroscopic procedures
• • Patients with chronic opioids
• • Patients who converted to general anesthesia use and coagulopathy