New nerve block combo may ease heart surgery pain

NCT ID NCT06285773

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether adding a recto-intercostal fascial plane block (RIFPB) to a standard pecto-intercostal fascial plane block (PIFPB) improves pain control after open-heart surgery. Forty adults scheduled for heart surgery received both blocks with the anesthetic bupivacaine. Researchers measured pain scores and recovery quality over 24 hours, and tracked how much extra pain medication was needed.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: bupivacaine (marcaine)
What this could lead to: If effective, this combination of nerve blocks could provide better pain control after heart surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers like tramadol.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to all heart surgery patients, and nerve blocks carry risks like infection or bleeding.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder heart disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CARDIAC DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istanbul Medipol University Hospital

Istanbul, Bagcilar, 34070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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