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ESP Block vs Control for Pain Control Following Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
NCT05024344 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the use of the erector spinae (ESP) block in reducing the morphine milligram equivalent (MME) consumption post percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Objectives: 1. \- Determine if there is a significant effect on post percutaneous nephrolithotomy MME consumption with the usage of an ESP block vs. saline control. 2. \- Determine if there is a significant effect on reported pain levels with the use of an ESP block vs. saline control in post percutaneous nephrolithotomies.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DRUG Dexamethasone
- PROCEDURE Erector Spinae Plane Block
- DRUG Ropivacaine 0.5% Injectable Solution
Study Locations (1)
Tennessee
- University of Tennessee Medical Center — Knoxville
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 128 participants |
| Start Date | 2021-08-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-06-30 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT05024344
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT05024344 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 128 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of Tennessee Medical Center, which has 30 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Nephrolithotomy, Percutaneous appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Dexamethasone is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT05024344 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Tennessee. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT05024344 about?
NCT05024344 is a clinical study titled "ESP Block vs Control for Pain Control Following Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy". The purpose of this study is to investigate the use of the erector spinae (ESP) block in reducing the morphine milligram equivalent (MME) consumption post percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Objectives: 1. \- Determine if there is a significant effect on post percutaneous nephrolithotomy MME consumption ...
What is the current status of trial NCT05024344?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 128 participants. The study started on 2021-08-09. Estimated completion is 2026-06-30.
What conditions does trial NCT05024344 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Nephrolithotomy, Percutaneous. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT05024344?
The interventions under investigation include: Dexamethasone (DRUG), Erector Spinae Plane Block (PROCEDURE), Ropivacaine 0.5% Injectable Solution (DRUG). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT05024344?
This trial is sponsored by University of Tennessee Medical Center, which has 30 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT05024344 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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