New nerve block could ease pain during 'Awake' lung surgery

NCT ID NCT07440199

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two types of nerve blocks for pain control during a type of lung surgery that does not require a breathing tube. The goal is to see if a newer block (serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block) works as well as or better than a commonly used block (serratus anterior plane block) for reducing pain and the need for anesthesia during and after surgery. The trial will involve 70 adults undergoing non-intubated, single-port video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.

What this could mean

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Active substance
nerve block (serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block or serratus anterior plane block)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could identify a better nerve block technique for pain control during minimally invasive lung surgery, potentially improving recovery and reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study (70 participants) comparing two similar techniques. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries, and the newer block may not prove superior.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fırat University Faculty of Medicine Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Elâzığ, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)