New pain block tested for kids' surgery: could it replace the standard?

NCT ID NCT06561269

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

Summary

This study tested two ways to numb the lower back for pain relief in 30 children having hypospadias repair. One method targets the multifidus muscle, the other the caudal space. The goal was to see which provides longer pain relief after surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

bupivacaine

What this could lead to

If one block works better, it could mean less pain and fewer pain meds for kids after this surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with only 30 children. Results may not apply to all kids or surgeries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypospadias

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ain Shams University

    Cairo, 11772, Egypt