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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT06810375

NCT06810375 Erector Spinae Versus Intercostal Nerve Blocks With Liposomal Bupivacaine for Analgesia in Thoracic Surgery

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NCT ID NCT06810375
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor George Washington University
Condition Lung Cancers
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 120 participants
Start Date 2025-03-01
Primary Completion 2028-02-28

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 90 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Erector Spinae (ESP) Block with Bupivacaine (Marcaine®)Intercostal nerve block

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 120 participants in total. It began in 2025-03-01 with a primary completion date of 2028-02-28.

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Brief Summary

This clinical trial compares efficacy in postoperative pain management in thoracic surgery between erector spinae block versus liposomal bupivacaine injections.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Video assisted pulmonary resection, pleurodesis or decortication Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy to local anesthetics * Patient undergoing bilateral surgery * Surgery is emergent as deemed by the principal investigator

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Eduard Shaykhinurov, MS

✉ eshaykhinurov@mfa.gwu.edu

📞 2022038960

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06810375 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 90 Years, studying Lung Cancers. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06810375 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 120 participants.

Is NCT06810375 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06810375 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at eshaykhinurov@mfa.gwu.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06810375 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Washington D.C., United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06810375 clinical trial?

NCT06810375 is sponsored by George Washington University. The trial plans to enroll 120 participants.

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