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Comparison of Two Techniques of Quadratus Lumborum Block

Transverse Versus Longitudinal Technique of Ultrasound-Guided Transmuscular Quadratus Lumborum Block:A Randomized Controlled Study Comparing Dermatomal Spread

Status
UNKNOWN
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT05001802
Enrollment
50
Registered
2021-08-12
Start date
2021-08-20
Completion date
2021-12-01
Last updated
2021-11-17

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Conditions

Nerve Block

Brief summary

Our objective is to investigate the extent of cranial dermatomal spread of transmuscular quadratus lumborum block(TMQLB )when equal dosage(ml/kg) of local anesthetic are injected with the transverse versus an modified paramedian sagittal approach for patients undergoing laparoscopic adrenalectomy.

Detailed description

The paramedian sagittal oblique transmuscular quadratus lumborum block(TMQLB )approach has been introduced to facilitate cranial spread by injecting the local in a caudal to cranial direction compared with the transverse approach. Currently, there are no data comparing the two techniques mentioned above with regards to extent of spread level. Our objective is to investigate the extent of cranial dermatomal spread of TMQLB when equal dosage(ml/kg) of local anesthetic are injected with the transverse versus an modified paramedian sagittal approach for patients undergoing laparoscopic adrenalectomy. In addition, the investigators wish to compare the performance time, caudal dermatomal spread of TMQLB and postoperative analgesia effect.

Interventions

PROCEDUREtransverse scan, in-plane, posterior- anterior quadratus lumborum block

transverse scan, in-plane, posterior- anterior quadratus lumborum block The patients will receive the transmuscular quadratus lumborum block before surgery using the transverse scan, in-plain, posterior to anterior approach. 0.6ml/kg 0.375% ropivacaine is injected when the correct needle location is confirmed.

PROCEDUREparamedian sagittal longitudinal scan, in-plane, caudal-cranial quadratus lumborum block

The patients will receive the transmuscular quadratus lumborum block before surgery using the paramedic sagittal longitudinal scan, in-plain, caudal-cephalic approach.0.6ml/kg 0.375% ropivacaine is injected when the correct needle location is confirmed.

Sponsors

Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
TRIPLE (Subject, Caregiver, Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* ≥Age 18yrs * American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I-II * Undergo laparoscopic adrenalectomy * Informed consent * Able to cooperate with study process

Exclusion criteria

* Allergy to local anesthetic and other medications used in the study * Patient refusal or lack of informed consent * Coexisting hematological disorder or with deranged coagulation parameters * Pre-existing major organ dysfunction such as hepatic and renal failure * History of previous renal surgery.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Cephalic sensory dermatomal spread20 minutes after block performance]The pinprick method at the midclavicular line was used to assess the extent of the dermatomal blockade, 20 minutes following the completion of the procedure by a person who was blinded to group allocation. The most cephalic dermatomal level that show a decreased pinprick sensation is recorded.A block failure was defined as the absence of any demonstrable sensory block 20 minutes after performance of the block.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Time to performance of procedureDuration of procedureDuration from needle insertion toward local anesthetic injection finished
Total sensory dermatomal spread20 minutes after block performanceThe pinprick method at the midclavicular line was used to assess the extent of the dermatomal blockade, 20 minutes following the completion of the procedure by a person who was blinded to group allocation. The total number of dermatomal levels that show decreased pinprick sensation is recorded.A block failure was defined as the absence of any demonstrable sensory block 20 minutes after performance of the block.
Incidence of complicationWithin 48 hours after surgeryincidence of complication including bleeding, hematoma, infection at puncture site, local anesthetic poisoning, etc
Caudal sensory dermatomal spread20 minutes after block performanceThe pinprick method at the midclavicular line was used to assess the extent of the dermatomal blockade, 20 minutes following the completion of the procedure by a person who was blinded to group allocation. The most caudal dermatomal level that show a decreased pinprick sensation is recorded.A block failure was defined as the absence of any demonstrable sensory block 20 minutes after performance of the block.
rescue analgesics usageAt 0,12,24,48 hours after surgeryNSAIDs or opioids used for pain relief and their dosage

Countries

China

Contacts

Primary ContactXulei MD Cui
cuixulei10685@pumch.cn+8613717739381

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026