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Optimal Method of Pain Management in Patients With Multiple Rib Fractures

NCT01401712
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Conditions
3 or More Rib Fractures
Interventions
ON-Q® Pain Relief System, Thoracic epidural catheter
Procedure
Lead sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
96 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2012 – 2014
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Boston, Massachusetts
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Oct 28, 2013 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Phase 4 Interventional Results available

Loss of Resistance, w/wo Stimulation, For Epidural Placement

NCT03087604
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Conditions
Anesthesia
Interventions
Thoracic epidural block, Electrical Nerve stimulation, Solution For Thoracic epidural block
Procedure · Drug
Lead sponsor
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 90 Years
Enrollment
100 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2017
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jun 16, 2020 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Terminated Not applicable Interventional Results available

Compuflo Instrument for Thoracic ES Identification

NCT03376256
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Conditions
Anesthesia, Thoracic
Interventions
Compuflo Epidural Instrument
Device
Lead sponsor
University of Miami
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 80 Years
Enrollment
2 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2018
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Miami, Florida
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Dec 2, 2020 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Phase 3 Interventional Results available

Four Quadrants Transverse Abdominus Plane (4Q-TAP) Block With Plain and Liposomal Bupivacaine vs. Thoracic Epidermal Analgesia (TEA) in Patients Undergoing Cytoreductive Surgery With Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (CRS-HIPEC) on an Enhanced Recovery Pathway

NCT03359811
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Conditions
Peritoneal Cancer
Interventions
Local Anesthetic Solution, Bupivacaine HCl, Liposomal Bupivacaine
Drug
Lead sponsor
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
75 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2017 – 2020
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Houston, Texas
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Feb 17, 2022 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Not applicable Interventional Results available

Pain Management for Pectus Excavatum Repair

NCT00413582
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Conditions
Postoperative Pain
Interventions
Epidural Analgesia, Patient-Controlled IV Analgesia
Drug
Lead sponsor
Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City
Other
Eligibility
8 Years to 18 Years
Enrollment
110 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2006 – 2010
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Kansas City, Missouri
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jan 15, 2012 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Terminated Not applicable Interventional Results available

TEA vs. PVB vs. PCA in Liver Resection Surgery

NCT02192879
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Conditions
Pain Management Strategies in Liver Resection Surgery
Interventions
thoracic epidural, continuous paravertebral catheter, Patient-Controlled Analgesia
Device · Drug
Lead sponsor
Duke University
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 80 Years
Enrollment
10 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2014 – 2016
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Durham, North Carolina
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Oct 23, 2016 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Not applicable Interventional

Paravertebral Catheters for Pancreatic Surgery

NCT02363777
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Conditions
Acute Pain
Interventions
Epidural, Paravertebral catheters
Procedure
Lead sponsor
University of Minnesota
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 85 Years
Enrollment
50 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2012 – 2016
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Aug 30, 2017 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Terminated Not applicable Interventional Results available

Flail Chest - Rib Fixation Study

NCT01147471
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Conditions
Flail Chest
Interventions
operative rib fixation, operative rib fixation surgery
Device · Procedure
Lead sponsor
Virginia Commonwealth University
Other
Eligibility
21 Years to 75 Years
Enrollment
24 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2010 – 2014
U.S. locations
7
States / cities
Fresno, California • Charlotte, North Carolina • Winston-Salem, North Carolina + 4 more
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Aug 5, 2015 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Phase 4 Interventional Results available

Study of Exparel Versus Epidural for Pain Control After Thoracotomy

NCT02178553
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Conditions
Pain Following Thoracotomy Surgery
Interventions
Epidural, Intercostal Bupivicaine (Exparel)
Drug
Lead sponsor
Mayo Clinic
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
102 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2014 – 2019
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Rochester, Minnesota
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jan 8, 2020 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Not yet recruiting Not applicable Interventional Accepts healthy volunteers

Percutaneous Cryoablation of Intercostal Nerves for the Treatment of Rib Fractures

NCT06533904
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Conditions
Trauma, Rib Fractures, Chest Wall Disorder, Respiratory Insufficiency, Pain, Chest, Rib Trauma, Rib Fracture Multiple, Respiratory Failure, Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Interventions
Percutaneous Cryoablation of Intercostal Nerves, Multi-modal pain regimen
Procedure · Other
Lead sponsor
Loma Linda University
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 80 Years
Enrollment
30 participants
Healthy volunteers
Accepts healthy volunteers
Timeline
2026 – 2028
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Loma Linda, California
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Feb 8, 2026 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Not applicable Interventional

Comparison of Epidural and Paracostal Catheter Placement for Pain Control After Rib Fractures

NCT02295098
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Conditions
Rib Fractures, Wounds and Injuries
Interventions
Thoracic epidural catheter placement, Paracostal catheter placement
Other
Lead sponsor
University of Colorado, Denver
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 99 Years
Enrollment
36 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2015 – 2017
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Denver, Colorado
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jun 7, 2018 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Not applicable Interventional Results available

Trans-incisional vs Laparoscopic Guided Rectus Sheath Block for Pediatric Single Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

NCT02494336
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Conditions
Pain, Postoperative
Interventions
Trans-incisional rectus sheath block, Laparoscopic guided rectus sheath block, Ropivacaine
Procedure · Drug
Lead sponsor
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Other
Eligibility
10 Years to 21 Years
Enrollment
48 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2015 – 2019
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
St. Petersburg, Florida
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jan 21, 2021 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed No phase listed Observational

Comparison of Epidural and TAP Block in Abdominal Surgery

NCT01848951
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Conditions
Acute Pain, Surgery, Regional Anesthesia
Interventions
Epidural, TAP Block
Drug
Lead sponsor
University of Nebraska
Other
Eligibility
19 Years and older
Enrollment
72 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2014 – 2016
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Omaha, Nebraska
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Nov 27, 2023 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Terminated Phase 4 Interventional Accepts healthy volunteers Results available

A Comparison Trial Between PCA and Epidural Analgesia for Pectus Excavatum Repair

NCT02056301
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Conditions
Pectus Excavatum
Interventions
Hydromorphone, Morphine
Drug
Lead sponsor
Baylor College of Medicine
Other
Eligibility
8 Years to 18 Years
Enrollment
62 participants
Healthy volunteers
Accepts healthy volunteers
Timeline
2012 – 2019
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Houston, Texas
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jun 10, 2020 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Terminated Not applicable Interventional Results available

Comparison Study of Transversus Abdominal Plane, Paravertebral and Epidural Blocks in Laparoscopic Colectomy

NCT02164929
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Conditions
Laparoscopic Colorectal Resection
Interventions
TAP block, Epidural, Paravertebral block, Acetaminophen 1g IV, Dexamethasone 4mg, Midazolam up to 2mg, Propofol 1-2.5 mg/kg, Sevoflurane to keep a bispectral index of between 40-60, Local infiltration with 10 mL of plain ropivacaine 0.25%, Lidocaine, Epinephrine, Hydromorphone
Procedure · Drug
Lead sponsor
Duke University
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
17 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2013 – 2015
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Durham, North Carolina
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Sep 24, 2017 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Active, not recruiting Phase 3 Interventional

Thoracic Epidural Analgesia or Four-Quadrant Transversus Abdominus Plane Block in Reducing Pain in Patients Undergoing Liver Surgery

NCT03214510
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Conditions
Liver and Intrahepatic Bile Duct Disorder
Interventions
Bupivacaine, Fentanyl, Hydromorphone Hydrochloride, Implanted Medical Device, Liposomal Bupivacaine, Questionnaire
Drug · Device · Behavioral
Lead sponsor
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
101 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2017 – 2027
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Houston, Texas
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jul 7, 2026 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed No phase listed Observational Accepts healthy volunteers

Early or Late Foley Removal After Thoracotomy

NCT01611519
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Conditions
Urinary Tract Infections
Interventions
Not listed
Lead sponsor
Mayo Clinic
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
375 participants
Healthy volunteers
Accepts healthy volunteers
Timeline
2011 – 2014
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Rochester, Minnesota
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Sep 12, 2016 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Terminated Phase 1 Interventional

Extrapleural Intercostal Catheter vs. Thoracic Epidural for Thoracotomy Pain

NCT00373633
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Conditions
THoracotomy
Interventions
Thoracic Epidural, Extrapleural Intercostal Catheter
Procedure
Lead sponsor
Virginia Commonwealth University
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
26 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2006 – 2012
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Richmond, Virginia
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Aug 14, 2014 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional

Rectus Sheath Block With Liposomal Bupivacaine Versus Thoracic Epidural Analgesia for Pain Control Following Pancreatoduodenectomy

NCT06411795
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Conditions
Duodenal Neoplasm, Pancreatic Neoplasm
Interventions
Bupivacaine, Hydromorphone, Iopamidol, Liposomal Bupivacaine, Medical Chart Review, Questionnaire Administration, Thoracic Epidural Analgesia, Ultrasound Imaging, X-Ray Imaging
Drug · Other · Procedure
Lead sponsor
Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
78 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2023 – 2028
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Feb 2, 2026 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Phase 3 Interventional Results available

Postoperative Thoracic Epidural Analgesia Versus Intravenous Patient-Controlled Analgesia For Liver and/or Pancreas

NCT01438476
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Conditions
Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer
Interventions
Intravenous Patient-Controlled Analgesia (IVPCA), Thoracic Epidural Analgesia (TEA), Questionnaires, Pain Assessment
Procedure · Behavioral
Lead sponsor
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
178 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2012 – 2017
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Houston, Texas
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Feb 11, 2020 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Recruiting Phase 1Phase 2 Interventional

Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy Pain Control Trial

NCT05906134
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Conditions
Postoperative Pain, Acute, Postoperative Complications
Interventions
Local intercostal nerve block, Cryo-analgesia and intercostal nerve block, Serratus plane catheter blocks and intercostal nerve blocks, Thoracic epidural catheter
Procedure
Lead sponsor
Swedish Medical Center
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
30 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2022 – 2027
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Seattle, Washington
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Jul 22, 2025 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Recruiting No phase listed Observational

Understanding the Acute Pain Phenotype in Patients Undergoing Surgery

NCT06466941
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Conditions
Acute Pain, Chronic Post Operative Pain, Opioid Use
Interventions
regional anesthesia, no regional anesthesia, acute pain consultation, no acute pain consultation
Procedure · Other
Lead sponsor
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older
Enrollment
1,000 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2024 – 2028
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Boston, Massachusetts
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated May 21, 2026 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Not applicable Interventional

Thoracic Blocks Versus Thoracic Epidural and Patient Controlled Anesthesia in Traumatic Rib Fracture Patients

NCT01599403
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Conditions
Traumatic Rib Fracture
Interventions
Paravertebral Block, Intercostal Nerve Block, Epidural Block
Procedure
Lead sponsor
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Other
Eligibility
18 Years to 100 Years
Enrollment
50 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2012 – 2017
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Boston, Massachusetts
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Feb 12, 2017 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT
Completed Phase 4 Interventional

Rectus Sheath Block for Analgesia After Gynecological Laparotomy

NCT06575699
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Conditions
Gynecologic Surgical Procedures
Interventions
Rectus sheath block, Thoracic Epidural Analgesia, Liposomal bupivacaine, Bupivacaine Hydrochloride, Bupivacaine-Hydromorphone Cassette
Procedure · Drug
Lead sponsor
Duke University
Other
Eligibility
18 Years and older · Female only
Enrollment
90 participants
Healthy volunteers
Healthy volunteers not accepted
Timeline
2024 – 2025
U.S. locations
1
States / cities
Durham, North Carolina
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov public record
Updated Feb 1, 2026 · Synced Sep 10, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT