Comparison of the Effect of Preoperative and Postoperative Erector Spina Plan Block and Paravertebral Block on Postoperative Pain in Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)

Launched by ANKARA UNIVERSITY · Jun 28, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying two different methods of pain relief for patients undergoing video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS), which is a type of surgery on the chest that uses small cuts and a camera. The trial aims to compare the effectiveness of a newer method called the erector spina plane (ESP) block with a more traditional method known as the paravertebral block. Both techniques aim to reduce pain after surgery, and the trial will look at how well they work before and after the surgery, as well as their impact on long-term pain.

To participate in the trial, you need to be over 18 years old and classified as ASA I-II, which means you are generally healthy or have mild health issues. You should also be scheduled for VATS surgery. However, if you are under 18, weigh less than 40 kg, have a body mass index (BMI) over 35, are allergic to the study medications, have a history of using chronic pain medications, or choose not to participate, you won't be eligible. If you join the trial, you can expect to receive either the ESP or paravertebral block for pain control during your surgery and will be monitored for pain relief afterward.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • \>18 years
• • ASA I-II
• • Patients with a VATS (video-assisted thoracic surgery) plan
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Under 18 years old
• • Patients under 40kg and BMI over 35
• • Allergic to the drugs to be used in the study
• • Patients with a history of chronic painkiller use
• • Patients who refused to participate in the study