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CORA-Q15: Continuous vs. Single-injection Interscalene Block on QoR-15 in Outpatient Rotator Cuff Surgery
Led by Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile · Updated on 2025-05-30
150
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
96 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The purpose of the study will be to compare the efficacy of single-injection interscalene block versus continuous interscalene block on the quality of recovery in patients undergoing outpatient arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery. The participants will: * Be randomized to receive either a single-injection interscalene block or continuous infusion via an elastomeric pump. * Be monitored via telephone by the research team to complete the QoR-15 survey, assess pain levels, the need for tramadol use, and any complications. * Have follow-up by the Acute Pain Unit during the first 3 days.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
CORA-Q15: Continuous vs. Single-injection Interscalene Block on QoR-15 in Outpatient Rotator Cuff Surgery
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults (≥18 years, < 75 years) scheduled for elective outpatient arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery.
- Able to manage a continuous outpatient regional analgesia system based on an interscalene block (can understand verbal and written instructions, have home support, and live close to the healthcare center).
- Willing and able to provide informed, written consent to participate in the study.
You will not qualify if you...
- History of chronic opioid use (>3 months).
- Severe comorbidities such as renal or hepatic failure or ASA classification of 3 or higher.
- Allergy to local anesthetics, dexamethasone, or analgesic drugs used in the study.
- Contraindications for peripheral nerve block.
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Red de Salud UC Christus
Santiago, Chile, 8330024
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
F
Fernando R Altermatt, MD
CONTACT
V
Victor Contreras, MSN
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
TRIPLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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