ESP Block Anesthesia for Microtia Surgery

Age: < 18

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Stanford University

No Placebo Group

Approved in 1 Jurisdiction

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The erector spinae plane block is a novel regional anesthetic technique that allows for analgesia of the thorax and abdomen with a peripheral nerve block. This study is being performed to assess the effectiveness of this technique in reducing post-operative pain scores and opiate requirements in pediatric and adult patients undergoing rib cartilage grafting surgeries.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children and teenagers aged 2-17 who are having surgery to correct ear deformities using rib cartilage. They must be able to agree to the study themselves if they're over 7, or have their parents' consent.

Inclusion Criteria

I am between 2 and 17 years old.

I am a child scheduled for rib cartilage surgery.

I can give my consent and have my parents' consent if I'm over 7 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

I need immediate medical attention for my condition.

Participants who do not consent or have parental consent

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Erector Spinae Plane Block (Regional Anesthesia)

Trial Overview The trial is testing a new pain-blocking technique called Erector Spinae Plane Block in kids and teens undergoing ear surgeries with rib cartilage grafts. It aims to see if this method reduces pain and the need for strong painkillers after surgery.

Participant Groups

Group I: Treatment Arm Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

ESP Block

Group II: Control Arm Active Control 1 Intervention

Standard of Care

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Stanford University

Lead Sponsor

Trials

2,527

Recruited

17,430,000+