New nerve block could reduce pain and opioid use in Kids' heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07354750
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a nerve block called a parasternal plane block can better control pain during heart surgery in children aged 6 months to 7 years. The block is given after anesthesia and uses a numbing medicine (bupivacaine). Researchers will measure pain using a special monitor and compare opioid use and recovery time between children who get the block and those who don't.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Parasternal plane block (nerve block with bupivacaine)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a better way to manage pain during pediatric heart surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers and helping children recover faster.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 children, so results may not apply to all patients. The nerve block may not work as expected or could cause side effects like bleeding or infection.
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
RECRUITINGAnkara, 06000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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