Which pain block works best for Kids' thigh surgery?
NCT ID NCT07056946
First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Summary
This trial compares two ultrasound-guided pain-relief techniques for children aged 1 to 12 undergoing surgery on the front or side of the thigh. One group receives a fascia iliaca nerve block, while the other gets caudal analgesia, both given after general anesthesia. The goal is to see which method delays the need for additional pain medication after surgery, potentially improving recovery and comfort.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Fascia iliaca nerve block and caudal block anesthesia
- What this could lead to
- If one method proves better, it could lead to more effective and safer pain management for children after thigh surgery, reducing the need for additional painkillers.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, so results may not apply to all children. Both procedures carry rare risks like bleeding, infection, or nerve damage, and one method may not be clearly superior.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Cancer institute
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 002, Egypt
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National Cancer institute
Cairo, Egypt