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NCT03700970 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 4
Comparing Local Anesthetics for TAP Block During Abdominally-based Free Flap for Breast Reconstruction
A Phase 4 study of Anesthesia and Breast Reconstruction, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 60
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03700970: Completed Phase 4 study of Anesthesia and Breast Reconstruction, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
NCT03700970 is a Phase 4 study of Anesthesia and Breast Reconstruction that has completed, run by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, below the 109,409-participant average among 57 other Anesthesia trials with a reported enrollment target (100% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03700970, a Phase 4 study of Anesthesia and Breast Reconstruction, has completed, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 60 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
This study will compare the efficiency of transversus abominus plane (TAP) block using liposomal bupivacaine versus plain bupivacaine that is administered in the operating room under ultrasound guidance prior to the in patients undergoing abdominally-based free flap breast reconstruction at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Primary Outcome
Amount of supplemental postoperative narcotic analgesia (both intravenous and oral) required by study groups in oral morphine equivalents
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DRUG Liposomal bupivacaine
- DRUG Regular bupivacaine
Study Locations (1)
Tennessee
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center - Nashville
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2019-06-13 |
| Est. Completion | 2021-03-30 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
What the finished NCT03700970 record still lists
NCT03700970 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 60 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 109,409-participant average among 57 other Anesthesia trials with a reported enrollment target (100% lower).
The record links to 3 conditions, with Anesthesia appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Liposomal bupivacaine is the first listed.
NCT03700970 reports a single indexed study location in Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03700970 about?
NCT03700970 is a clinical study titled "Comparing Local Anesthetics for TAP Block During Abdominally-based Free Flap for Breast Reconstruction". This study will compare the efficiency of transversus abominus plane (TAP) block using liposomal bupivacaine versus plain bupivacaine that is administered in the operating room under ultrasound guidance prior to the in patients undergoing abdominally-based free flap breast reconstruction at Vanderbi...
What is the current status of trial NCT03700970?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2019-06-13. Estimated completion is 2021-03-30.
What conditions does trial NCT03700970 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Anesthesia, Breast Reconstruction, Transverse Abdominis Plane Block.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03700970?
The interventions under investigation include: Liposomal bupivacaine (DRUG), Regular bupivacaine (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03700970?
This trial is sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center, which has 677 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03700970 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Tennessee. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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