U.S., May 24 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06987409) titled 'Continuous Erector Spinae Block for Analgesia Following Lumbar Decompression' on Aug. 23, 2024.
Brief Summary: Lumbar spinal surgery is common, and the incidence of spinal fusion has increased dramatically over the past three decades. Patients requiring spinal surgery are typically prescribed several analgesics, (including opioids) while awaiting surgery. Postoperatively, use of high doses of opioids or anti-inflammatory medications have drawbacks. Severe post-operative pain is reported by 45-80% of patients and rates are generally higher in the opioid tolerant patients.
Regional anesthesia (blocking nerves with local anesthetics) w...