Continuous Versus Intermittent Bolus Infusion of Paravertebral Blocks for Thoracic Surgery

Overview

About this study

The researchers are trying to determine pain medication consumption in the first 24 hours after surgery in patients given the standard continuous infusion of local anesthetic versus patients given the same total dose via programmed intermittent dosing. Both groups will receive the option of patient controlled pain medication as well as the same dose of pre-programmed pain medication. The only difference is the rate of administration: continuous vs. hourly intervals.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

Documentation of planned thoracic surgery for which a paravertebral catheter is indicated based on surgeon request as well as appropriateness of location of surgical site
Ability for subject to comply with the requirements of the study

Exclusion Criteria:

Pregnancy
Coagulopathy at time of evaluation or surgery
Infection at the site of needle insertion
Allergy to local anesthetic
Patient refusal
Chronic opioid use

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Jacksonville, Fla. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Elird Bojaxhi, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Jacksonville, Fla.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Elird Bojaxhi, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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