Overview

Comparison of Perineural Dexamethasone Versus Dexmedetomidine as Adjuvants to Erector Spinae Plane Block in Lumbar Spine Surgery: A Randomized, Double-blind, Controlled Trial

Status:
RECRUITING

Trial end date:
2026-12-31

Target enrollment:

Participant gender:

Summary

This clinical study aims to determine which of two medications-dexamethasone or dexmedetomidine-works better and is safer when used together with a local anesthetic (ropivacaine) in a type of nerve block called the erector spinae plane block (ESPB). This block helps reduce pain after lumbar spine surgery.

Phase:

PHASE4

Details

Lead Sponsor:

Poznan University of Medical Sciences

Treatments:

Dexamethasone
Dexmedetomidine
Sodium Chloride