Simple blood test may predict nerve block success for chronic pain sufferers
NCT ID NCT07596823
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study will check if certain blood markers can predict how well a nerve block procedure works for people with nerve pain. Researchers will measure pain levels and blood inflammation markers before and after the procedure in 120 adults. The goal is to see if these blood tests can help doctors choose the best treatment for each patient.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 120 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Adult patients diagnosed with neuropathic pain and undergoing sympathetic nerve block procedures in the Algology Clinic of Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 years * Diagnosis of neuropathic pain based on clinical evaluation * DN4 and/or LANSS scores compatible with neuropathic pain * Undergoing sympathetic nerve block as part of routine clinical treatment * Availability of pre-treatment and follow-up hemogram parameters * Ability to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Age \<18 years * Active infection or acute inflammatory disease * Active malignancy * History of hematological disease * Immunosuppressive therapy or systemic corticosteroid use * Major surgery or severe trauma within the last month * Pregnancy or breastfeeding * Autoimmune or rheumatologic inflammatory disease * Missing follow-up data
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara Bilkent City Hospital
RECRUITINGAnkara, Cankaya, 06680, Turkey (Türkiye)
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