Which pain block best prevents long-term pain after chest surgery?

NCT ID NCT07677540

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Meir Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at two ways to manage pain after chest surgery (thoracotomy) to see which better prevents chronic pain that can last for months. One method is a continuous erector spinae plane (ESP) block, and the other is thoracic epidural analgesia (TEA), the current standard. Researchers will compare how many people develop long-term pain, their pain levels, and any complications. The study involves 34 adults aged 18–65 undergoing elective chest surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Erector spinae plane (ESP) block and thoracic epidural analgesia
What this could lead to: If one method proves superior, it could reduce the risk of long-term pain after chest surgery, improving recovery and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small retrospective study (34 people), so results may not apply to everyone. The findings need confirmation in larger, prospective trials.

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THORACIC SURGERY

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Locations

Meir Medical Center
RECRUITING

Kfar Saba, Israel

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