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Randomized Prospective Study Comparing Paravertebral Catheters, Single Shot Paravertebral Block, Thoracic Epidural, for Postoperative Analgesia Following Video-assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating US Guided Single Shot Paravertebral Block (0.2% ropivicaine infusion), US Guided Paravertebral Catheter (0.2% ropivicaine bolus), and 1 other intervention for Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 147 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare three different pain control methods on subjects who are scheduled to undergo VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery) procedures. The study will compare their pain scores, narcotic needs, patient satisfaction scores, and narcotic side effects.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Single shot paravertebral block will be placed under ultrasound guidance at the thoracic region prior to surgery.
Paravertebral catheter will be placed under ultrasound guidance at the thoracic region prior to surgery.
Epidural catheter will be placed in the thoracic region prior to surgery.