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Ultrasound Guided External Oblique Intercostal Plane Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block in Paediatric Upper Abdominal Surgeries
Led by Alexandria University · Updated on 2026-06-01
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Participants Needed
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This research aims to compare two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks used for managing pain in children undergoing upper abdominal surgeries. It focuses on evaluating the external oblique intercostal plane block and the erector spinae plane block, both regional anesthesia techniques that help reduce postoperative pain and improve recovery in pediatric patients aged 6 to 12 years. The study involves two groups of children receiving either the external oblique intercostal plane block, which targets thoracoabdominal nerves at the sixth intercostal space, or the erector spinae plane block, which delivers anesthesia beneath the erector spinae muscle near the vertebrae. Both procedures are guided by ultrasound to ensure accurate placement. The trial is randomized and double-blinded to fairly compare these two methods. Participants will be monitored for pain levels 12 hours after surgery, along with heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation every 15 minutes during surgery. Researchers will also assess the duration of pain relief, additional pain medication needed, and any complications within 12 hours post-surgery. The study is sponsored by Alexandria University and plans to start in May 2025, with participation involving close monitoring during and after surgery.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
External Oblique Intercostal Plane Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block in Paediatric Upper Abdominal Surgeries
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged between 6 and 12 years of both sex.
- Patients with the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I or II.
- Patients undergoing upper abdominal surgeries involving upper abdominal incisions.
You will not qualify if you...
- Guardian refusal.
- Allergy to local anesthetics.
- Surgical procedures exceeding 3 hours.
- Infection at the area planned for the block injection.
- Prolonged opioid medication.
- Patients preoperatively medicated by Beta blockers
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - Duration of surgery and immediate perioperative period
Participants receive either an ultrasound-guided external oblique intercostal plane block or an ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block during their upper abdominal surgery to manage pain.
1 visit (in-person) on the day of surgery
Duration - 12 hours after surgery
Participants are monitored for pain levels, analgesia duration, rescue analgesia needs, and any complications up to 12 hours after surgery.
Approximately 1 follow-up visit or observation period lasting 12 hours post surgery
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Alexandria University
Alexandria, Egypt, 21526
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Research Team
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Belal M Hassan, MBBCH
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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