Clinical trial · Interventional
Ultrasound-guided Thoracic Interfascial Plane Nerve Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block for Pain Control After Modified Radical Mastectomy
Ultrasound-guided Thoracic Interfascial Plane Nerve Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block for Postoperative Pain Control in Patients Undergoing Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Source
- ClinicalTrials.gov
- Retrieved
- Sep 8, 2026
- Layer
- normalized (units and labels harmonized; values unchanged)
- Run
- ING-CLINICALTRIALS-20260908-000001
Summary
Brief summary (as posted)
This study compares two methods of local pain control in patients undergoing Modified Radical Mastectomy, a common surgery for breast cancer( tumor in the breast) treatment. It aims to determine which method, the Thoracic Interfascial Plane Block or the Erector Spinae Plane Block, provides better pain relief after surgery, reduces side effects, and increases patient satisfaction. Why This Study Is Important: Breast cancer surgery can cause significant pain, and managing this pain is important for a quick recovery. Currently, pain is often managed with opioids, which can cause side effects like nausea and drowsiness. invistigators want to find a method that controls pain effectively with fewer side effects, helping patients recover faster and feel better. Who Can Take Part: Women aged 21 and older who are scheduled for a Modified Radical Mastectomy at Ain Shams University hospitals can participate in this study. What Will Happen During the Study: Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the Thoracic Interfascial Plane Block or the Erector Spinae Plane Block before surgery. Pain levels will be measured using a numerical pain score from 1 to 10. Researchers will track the amount of pain medication needed, the time it takes to feel pain relief, and any side effects. Other factors such as sleep quality, time to start walking again, and overall satisfaction with pain control will also be recorded. What investigators hope to Learn: Investigators hope to find out which nerve block provides better pain relief after surgery. By comparing TIPB and ESPB, with the aim to identify the method that: Requires less additional pain medication Has fewer side effects Improves sleep quality and overall recovery Increases patient satisfaction Significance: This study could lead to better pain management strategies for breast cancer surgery, reducing the need for opioids and enhancing patient recovery and comfort. Participation: Participants will be monitored closely during and after the procedure to ensure their safety and well-being. The results of this study could help improve pain management for future patients undergoing similar surgeries.
Conditions
Conditions (1)
Free-text conditions as registered, with the CancerIndex entity they were reconciled to and the match type.
| Condition (as posted) | Mapped entity | Match | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postoperative Pain Following Modified Radical Mastectomy for Breast Cancer | — | UNRESOLVED | — |
Interventions
Interventions (2)
| Intervention | Type | Mapped drug | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erector Spinae Plane Block | Procedure | — | UNRESOLVED |
| Thoracic Interfascial Plane Block | Procedure | — | UNRESOLVED |
Design
Arms and outcomes
Arms (2)
- type
- EXPERIMENTAL
- label
- Thoracic Interfascial Plane Block
- description
- the Thoracic Interfascial Plane Block, which includes Pecto-Intercostal Fascial Plane Block and Serratus Intercostal Fascial Plane Block, is a peripheral nerve block that targets the intercostal nerve branches scattered throughout the chest and axilla
- interventionNames
- Procedure: Thoracic Interfascial Plane Block
- type
- ACTIVE_COMPARATOR
- label
- Erector Spinae Plane Block
- description
- Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) is an anesthesia technique for providing effective analgesia during and after breast and abdominal surgery
- interventionNames
- Procedure: Erector Spinae Plane Block
Primary outcomes (1)
- measure
Eligibility
Eligibility (as posted)
- Sex
- Female
- Minimum age
- 21 Years
Show eligibility criteria text
Inclusion Criteria: * Female patients older than 21 years old * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status II. Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy to one of the study\'s medications. * Skin infections at the site of the needle puncture. * Significant organ dysfunction (hepatic, renal, or cardiac dysfunction), coagulopathy or recent anticoagulant use, epilepsy. * Patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnoea, pulmonary compromise .
References
Publications (5)
- BACKGROUNDKaur U, Shamshery C, Agarwal A, Prakash N, Valiveru RC, Mishra P. Evaluation of postoperative pain in patients undergoing modified radical mastectomy with pectoralis or serratus-intercostal fascial plane blocks. Korean J Anesthesiol. 2020 Oct;73(5):425-433. doi: 10.4097/kja.20159. Epub 2020 Sep 24. PMID 32987492
- BACKGROUNDHong B, Yoon SH, Youn AM, Kim BJ, Song S, Yoon Y. Thoracic interfascial nerve block for breast surgery in a pregnant woman: a case report. Korean J Anesthesiol. 2017 Apr;70(2):209-212. doi: 10.4097/kjae.2017.70.2.209. Epub 2017 Jan 12. PMID 28367293
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- BACKGROUNDBoogaerts JG, Vanacker E, Seidel L, Albert A, Bardiau FM. Assessment of postoperative nausea using a visual analogue scale. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand. 2000 Apr;44(4):470-4. doi: 10.1034/j.1399-6576.2000.440420.x. PMID 10757584