Erasme Randomized Controlled Trial Surveys Hemodynamic Excursions During Esophagectomy

Launched by ERASME UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Aug 19, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The Erasme Randomized Controlled Trial is a study looking at how different anesthesia techniques affect patients during esophagectomy, which is a surgery to remove part of the esophagus. The researchers want to compare two methods: the traditional thoracic epidural technique and the newer paravertebral catheter technique. They aim to see how these techniques influence blood pressure and other vital signs during surgery since changes in blood pressure can be a concern.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to be adults who can give their consent and are scheduled for a specific type of esophagectomy that involves two or three small incisions. However, people who refuse to participate, have certain medical conditions (like severe bleeding disorders or specific heart issues), or have difficulty communicating may not be included. If you participate, you can expect to be monitored closely during surgery to see how your body responds to the different anesthesia methods. This research could help improve pain management and reduce side effects in future surgeries.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adult, Capable of giving consent, two or three incisions esophagectomy (thoracoscopic/ thoracotomy) no laparotomy
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • patient refusal, total language barrier, coagulation disorders, thrombocytopenia \<75 000, contraindications to locoregional anesthesia (infection local site, allergy to local anesthesic), scoliosis Cobb \> 45%, atrial fibrillation, end stage renal disease),