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NCT06271707 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 4

Stellate Ganglion Block

A Phase 4 study of Esophagectomy and Lobectomy, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 4
Development phase
48
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT06271707: Recruiting Phase 4 study of Esophagectomy and Lobectomy, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

NCT06271707 is a Phase 4 study of Esophagectomy and Lobectomy that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of Minnesota. The registered enrollment target is 48 participants, below the 2,131-participant average among 7 other Esophagectomy trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.

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The verdict

NCT06271707, a Phase 4 study of Esophagectomy and Lobectomy, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 4
Development phase
48 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine if the addition of an ultrasound guided left sided stellate ganglion block with bupivacaine in patients undergoing esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, or lobectomy will result in lower rates of postoperative atrial fibrillation as compared to standard of care.

Primary Outcome

Incidence of Atrial fibrillation in the first 168 hours after surgery.

Interventions

  • OTHER Saline
  • DRUG 0.5% bupivacaine

Study Locations (1)

Minnesota

  • University of Minnesota - Minneapolis

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 48 participants
Start Date 2025-05-19
Est. Completion 2027-07-15
Phase Phase 4
University of Minnesota

966 total trials

What NCT06271707 shows while recruiting

NCT06271707 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 48 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 2,131-participant average among 7 other Esophagectomy trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower).

The record links to 3 conditions, with Esophagectomy appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Saline is the first listed.

NCT06271707 reports a single indexed study location in Minnesota.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT06271707 about?

NCT06271707 is a clinical study titled "Stellate Ganglion Block". The purpose of this study is to determine if the addition of an ultrasound guided left sided stellate ganglion block with bupivacaine in patients undergoing esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, or lobectomy will result in lower rates of postoperative atrial fibrillation as compared to standard of care.

What is the current status of trial NCT06271707?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 48 participants. The study started on 2025-05-19. Estimated completion is 2027-07-15.

What conditions does trial NCT06271707 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Esophagectomy, Lobectomy, Pneumonectomy.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06271707?

The interventions under investigation include: Saline (OTHER), 0.5% bupivacaine (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06271707?

This trial is sponsored by University of Minnesota, which has 966 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT06271707 being conducted?

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

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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT06271707, the US trial registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine. NCT06271707 (small enrollment · single site footprint · recruiting) retrieved and formatted by PlainTrial, see methodology.