Superficial, Cervical Block in Thyroid Surgery, a Randomized Controlled Trial
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2008-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The study investigates the impact on post-operative pain of the superficial cervical block
with bupivacaine combined with subcutaneous infiltration of the incisional area in thyroid
surgery under general anesthesia. In addition, cost savings using the cervical block are
evaluated (due to reduced length of hospital stay).
The study is prospective, randomized, double blind, and placebo-controlled. The study is
performed at the Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen.