Comparing two pain blocks for chest surgery
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of nerve blocks used to manage pain during and after chest surgery (thoracotomy). The goal is to find which block provides better pain relief with fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for chest surgery (thoracotomy).
- You are in good general health (classified as ASA I or II by your doctor).
- You do not have an infection at the injection site.
- You do not have a bleeding disorder (coagulopathy).
- You are not severely obese (BMI less than or equal to 35).
- You do not have a history of chronic pain, long-term opioid use, or psychiatric illness.
- Your surgery is not an emergency.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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