Search / Trial NCT06617728

Phantom Limb Pain in Amputees After the 2023 Türkiye Earthquake

Launched by MESUT BAKIR · Sep 26, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of December 21, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Phantom Limb Pain Amputation Earthquake Injuries Türkiye Earthquake 2023

ClinConnect Summary

This observational study aims to assess the prevalence, characteristics, and management of phantom limb pain (PLP) among individuals who underwent amputations due to injuries sustained during the 2023 Türkiye earthquake. Conducted at the Mersin University Pain Clinic, the study involves 39 patients who were followed for 12 months post-amputation. The primary focus is to evaluate how different analgesic methods, such as regional versus intravenous analgesia, influence the development and persistence of PLP and associated phantom limb sensations (PLS).

Patients were recruited from those trea...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Individuals aged 5 years and older.
  • Patients who have undergone amputation due to injuries sustained during the 2023 Türkiye earthquake.
  • Experiencing phantom limb pain (PLP) as confirmed by a structured questionnaire.
  • Able to provide informed consent or have consent provided by a legal guardian if under the age of 18.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Pre-existing psychiatric disorders that could interfere with pain perception or reporting.
  • History of neuropathic pain in the amputated limb prior to the earthquake.
  • Underwent surgical interventions in other parts of the body that may affect pain assessment.
  • Inability to communicate effectively due to cognitive impairment or other medical conditions.

Trial Officials

Mesut Bakır, Assoc. Prof

Study Chair

Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, Pain Clinic

About Mesut Bakır

Mesut Bakır is a dedicated clinical trial sponsor committed to advancing medical research and improving patient outcomes through innovative study designs and rigorous methodologies. With a focus on therapeutic areas that address unmet medical needs, Bakır leverages extensive expertise in clinical operations and regulatory compliance to ensure the highest standards of safety and efficacy in all trials. The organization fosters collaborative partnerships with healthcare professionals, research institutions, and industry stakeholders to facilitate the timely development of new treatments, ultimately aiming to contribute to the evolution of healthcare solutions.

Locations

Mersin, Yenişehir, Turkey

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