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NCT03480984 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Continuous Versus Intermittent Bolus Infusion of Paravertebral Blocks for Thoracic Surgery
A NA study of Thoracic Diseases, sponsored by Mayo Clinic.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 50
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03480984: Completed NA study of Thoracic Diseases, sponsored by Mayo Clinic.
NCT03480984 is a NA study of Thoracic Diseases that has completed, run by Mayo Clinic. The registered enrollment target is 50 participants, below the 1,074-participant average among 7 other Thoracic Diseases trials with a reported enrollment target (95% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03480984, a NA study of Thoracic Diseases, has completed, sponsored by Mayo Clinic.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 50 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
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.
Primary Outcome
morphine equivalents of opioids in mg will be obtained from medical record
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Programmed Intermittent Bolus
- OTHER Continuous Infusion
Study Locations (1)
Florida
- Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2018-02-05 |
| Est. Completion | 2020-01-31 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03480984 record still lists
NCT03480984 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 50 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,074-participant average among 7 other Thoracic Diseases trials with a reported enrollment target (95% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Thoracic Diseases appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Programmed Intermittent Bolus is the first listed.
NCT03480984 reports a single indexed study location in Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03480984 about?
NCT03480984 is a clinical study titled "Continuous Versus Intermittent Bolus Infusion of Paravertebral Blocks for Thoracic Surgery". 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 ...
What is the current status of trial NCT03480984?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 50 participants. The study started on 2018-02-05. Estimated completion is 2020-01-31.
What conditions does trial NCT03480984 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Thoracic Diseases.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03480984?
The interventions under investigation include: Programmed Intermittent Bolus (OTHER), Continuous Infusion (OTHER).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03480984?
This trial is sponsored by Mayo Clinic, which has 2,844 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03480984 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Florida. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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