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NCT02197988 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

TAP Versus Thoracic Epidural in Major Abdominal Resections

A NA study of Surgery and Malignant Neoplasm of Abdomen, sponsored by Corewell Health West.

Completed
Registry status
NA
Development phase
75
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT02197988 is a NA study of Surgery and Malignant Neoplasm of Abdomen that has completed, run by Corewell Health West. The registered enrollment target is 75 participants, below the 52,851-participant average among 120 other Surgery trials with a reported enrollment target (100% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT02197988, a NA study of Surgery and Malignant Neoplasm of Abdomen, has completed, sponsored by Corewell Health West.

COMPLETED
Registry status
NA
Development phase
75 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

The purpose of this study is to compare two standard methods of pain control management used at Spectrum Health for patients undergoing major surgery. The two methods being compared are the thoracic epidural and the TAP block. The thoracic epidural method involves medication being given through a patient's back and the TAP block involves medication being given through a patient's abdomen (belly). The investigators will compare side effects experienced by the patients that take part in this study, including a change in blood pressure, as well as the patients' opinions about their pain management experience after surgery.

Interventions

  • DRUG Exparel 1.33% (20ml Volume)
  • DRUG 0.125% bupivicaine with 2 mcg/ml Fentanyl.

Study Locations (1)

Michigan

  • Spectrum Health - Grand Rapids

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 75 participants
Start Date 2013-12-03
Est. Completion 2016-08
Phase NA

Sponsor

Corewell Health West

38 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02197988

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02197988 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 75 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 52,851-participant average among 120 other Surgery trials with a reported enrollment target (100% lower). The listed sponsor is Corewell Health West, which has 38 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Surgery appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Exparel 1.33% (20ml Volume) is the first listed.

NCT02197988 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Michigan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT02197988 about?

NCT02197988 is a clinical study titled "TAP Versus Thoracic Epidural in Major Abdominal Resections". The purpose of this study is to compare two standard methods of pain control management used at Spectrum Health for patients undergoing major surgery. The two methods being compared are the thoracic epidural and the TAP block. The thoracic epidural method involves medication being given through a pa...

What is the current status of trial NCT02197988?

This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 75 participants. The study started on 2013-12-03. Estimated completion is 2016-08.

What conditions does trial NCT02197988 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Surgery, Malignant Neoplasm of Abdomen.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02197988?

The interventions under investigation include: Exparel 1.33% (20ml Volume) (DRUG), 0.125% bupivicaine with 2 mcg/ml Fentanyl. (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02197988?

This trial is sponsored by Corewell Health West, which has 38 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT02197988 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Michigan. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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