Rhomboid Intercostal Block vs Retrolaminar Block for Pain
Rhomboid Intercostal Block Versus Retrolaminar Block for Postoperative Analgesia After Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Post Operative Pain
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 60
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Prevention
- Participants needed
- 60 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Damanhour Teaching Hospital · Government
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adult patients who are having surgery to relieve severe pain after a specific type of operation on the chest. If you join, you will receive one of two types of pain relief methods during your surgery.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am between 18 and 60 years old.
- I have a body mass index (BMI) under 35.
- I am in good physical health (ASA status II or less).
You may not be able to join if
- I am under 18 or over 60 years old.
- I have a BMI of 35 or higher.
- I have a local infection at the injection site.
- I have an altered mental status.
- I am pregnant.
- I am allergic to the study drugs.
- I have chronic pain.
- I have serious liver or kidney disease.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Background: Although thoracoscopic sympathectomy is made via small incisions, it is associated with severe postoperative pain. Both Rhomboid intercostal block (RIB) and Retrolaminar block (RLB) are recent techniques used for pain control after such procedures
Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of RIB and RLB in providing postoperative analgesia after thoracoscopic sympathectomy in adult pat…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status ≤ II
* Age from 18 to 60 years
* Body Mass Index (BMI) \< 35 kg/m²
Exclusion Criteria:
* American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status \> II
* Age \< 18 years or \> 60 years
* Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 3…
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