A Nerve Block for Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a pain-relieving nerve block for the back (serratus posterior superior plane block) given before minimally invasive heart bypass surgery. It aims to see if this block helps with pain control and recovery after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are classified as ASA III (meaning you have a serious but stable health condition)
- You are scheduled for elective, minimally invasive coronary artery bypass surgery
- You do not have a bleeding disorder
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or lower
- You weigh at least 42 kg (about 92.5 pounds)
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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