Nerve Block for Heart Rhythm Problems
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
Prospective cohort study evaluating the electrophysiologic and biochemical effects of stellate ganglion block in patients with ventricular tachycardia.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is Stellate Ganglion Block generally safe for humans?
Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) is generally considered a safe procedure, but in rare cases, it can lead to serious complications like retropharyngeal hematomas (a type of throat bleeding) and toxicity from anesthetics. These complications require careful management, and preventive measures are available.12345
How is the Stellate Ganglion Block treatment different from other treatments for heart rhythm problems?
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults at least 18 years old who are scheduled to have a catheter-based procedure to correct rapid, irregular heartbeats known as ventricular tachycardia. Pregnant individuals, those with conditions that make the stellate ganglion block or VT ablation unsafe, and people allergic to certain local anesthetics cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo stellate ganglion block during their VT ablation procedure
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in ventricular effective refractory period and neuropeptide Y levels
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Stellate Ganglion Block
Stellate Ganglion Block is already approved in United States for the following indications:
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Pennsylvania
Lead Sponsor