U.S., Aug. 18 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07768826) titled 'Comparison of Serratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane Block and Paravertebral Block for Post-Thoracotomy Pain Management' on Aug. 12.
Brief Summary: Patients undergoing thoracic surgery via thoracotomy are required to remain in the lateral decubitus position for prolonged periods due to surgical access requirements. This positioning is considered one of the major contributors to postoperative shoulder pain, particularly because of the mechanical stress imposed on the dependent shoulder and scapulothoracic region. The resulting pain not only reduces patient comfort but may also delay early mobilization, thereby adversely affect...