Pain relief after minimally invasive esophagectomy: catheter vs. epidural
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to manage pain after minimally invasive esophagectomy: a paravertebral catheter (a small tube near the spine) versus epidural analgesia (a tube in the back). The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief with fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a minimally invasive esophagectomy (surgery to remove part of the esophagus using small incisions and a camera).
- You are 18 years old or older.
- Your surgery is not planned as an open procedure (large cut) or a 3-stage (McKeown) type.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is less than 35.
- You have not been using strong painkillers (opioids) for more than 3 months before surgery.
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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