RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07275047

Analgesic Efficacy of SPSIP Block Versus Paravertebral Block Following Thoracotomy

Comparison of Ultrasound Guided Serratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block Versus Paravertebral Block for Postoperative Analgesia After Thoracotomy

Sponsor

Bursa City Hospital

Enrollment

80 participants

Start Date

Dec 15, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Post-thoracotomy pain

Summary

Thoracotomy causes severe postoperative pain that may impair respiratory function and increase complications. This study compares the postoperative analgesic effectiveness of the serratus posterior superior intercostal plane (SPSIP) block and the paravertebral block in patients undergoing thoracotomy. The aim is to determine whether the newly described serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block can serve as a safe and effective alternative to established techniques.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a procedure called Serratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block and a procedure called Thoracic Paravertebral Block for people with post-thoracotomy pain. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 65 Years.

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Interventions

PROCEDURESerratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block

Ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia technique performed between the serratus posterior superior muscle and intercostal muscles.

PROCEDUREThoracic Paravertebral Block

Ultrasound-guided injection of local anesthetic into the thoracic paravertebral space to provide unilateral analgesia.

Locations(1)

Bursa City Hospital

Bursa, Turkey (Türkiye)

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