RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07541040

Serratus vs ESP Block for Postoperative Pain in Unilateral Breast Surgery

Comparison of Serratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block and Erector Spinae Plane Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Unilateral Breast Surgery: A Prospective, Randomized, Assessor-Blinded Trial

Sponsor

Engin Çetin

Enrollment

54 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Opioid Use Post Operative Pain

Summary

This prospective, randomized, assessor-blinded trial compares serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block (SPSIPB) and erector spinae plane block (ESPB) for postoperative analgesia in unilateral breast surgery. 54 patients will be randomized to receive either SPSIPB or ESPB before general anesthesia. The primary outcome is postoperative pain scores within the first 24 hours. The secondary outcome is opioid consumption.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

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This clinical trial is studying a procedure called Serratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block for people with opioid use and post operative pain. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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Interventions

PROCEDURESerratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block

An ultrasound-guided interfascial plane block performed between the serratus posterior superior muscle and the underlying ribs prior to general anesthesia.