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NCT07436806 SPS Block vs. Surgical Intercostal Block for Chronic Pain After Thoracoscopic Surgery

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NCT ID NCT07436806
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Medipol University
Condition Chronic Post-thoracotomy Pain
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 40 participants
Start Date 2026-03-01
Primary Completion 2026-11-20

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 75 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
SPS blockSurgical Intercostal Blockade.

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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.

This trial targets 40 participants in total. It began in 2026-03-01 with a primary completion date of 2026-11-20.

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Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of ultrasound-guided Serratus Posterior Superior (SPS) block compared to surgeon-administered intercostal blockade in preventing chronic pain at 3, 6, and 12 months following Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS).

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * ASA physical status I-III. * Scheduled for elective unilateral Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS). Exclusion Criteria: * History of allergy to local anesthetics. * Pre-existing chronic pain syndrome or neuropathic pain. * Psychiatric disorders affecting pain assessment. * Coagulation disorders. * Previous thoracic surgery on the same side.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Bahadir Ciftci, Assoc Prof, MD

✉ bciftci@medipol.edu.tr

📞 +905343736865

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07436806 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 75 Years, studying Chronic Post-thoracotomy Pain. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07436806 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07436806 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at bciftci@medipol.edu.tr for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07436806 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).

Who is sponsoring the NCT07436806 clinical trial?

NCT07436806 is sponsored by Medipol University. The trial plans to enroll 40 participants.

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