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NCT07161375 Infrared Thermography for Prediction of Successful Erector Spinae Plane Block in Unilateral Inguinal Hernia Surgery in Paediatric Patients

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NCT ID NCT07161375
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Cairo University
Condition Infrared
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 69 participants
Start Date 2024-08-05
Primary Completion 2025-09-01

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 3 Months
Max Age 6 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Infrared Thermography

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 69 participants in total. It began in 2024-08-05 with a primary completion date of 2025-09-01.

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Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of temperature change (ΔT) measurements using infrared thermography to predict a successful erector spinae plane block in pediatric patients undergoing inguinal hernia repair under general anesthesia.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Age from 3 months to 6 years. * Both genders. * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status I-II. * Children undergoing elective unilateral open inguinal hernia surgery. Exclusion Criteria: * Parents' or guardians' refusal * Known Allergy to local anesthetics. * Coagulopathy \[international normalised ratio (INR) \>1.4 or platelets \<75.000\]. * Infection at the site of injection or wound close to the puncture site. * preexisting neuropathy (with sensory and/or motor deficits). * Diseases interfere with thermal imaging (as skin infections). * Baseline oesophageal body temperature of more than 37.5 °C. * Emergency and re-do cases will be excluded.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Marwa A Abdelfatah, Master

✉ Marote7a@gmail.com

📞 00201065276941

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07161375 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 3 Months or older, up to 6 Years, studying Infrared. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07161375 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07161375 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at Marote7a@gmail.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07161375 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Cairo, Egypt.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07161375 clinical trial?

NCT07161375 is sponsored by Cairo University. The trial plans to enroll 69 participants.

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