Clinical Trial

EOI Block in Otoplasty With Rib Cartilage Graft

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Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of ultrasound-guided external oblique intercostal (EOI) fascial plane block on postoperative pain control and recovery in pediatric patients undergoing otoplasty with rib cartilage graft under general anesthesia. Participants aged 13 to 18 years will be randomly assigned to receive either EOI block with 0.2% ropivacaine or no block. Primary outcome is total opioid consumption within 24 hours after surgery. Secondary outcomes include NRS pain scores, incentive spirometry performance, incidence of atelectasis, and patient satisfaction.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07262944
Lead Sponsor Seoul National University Hospital
Conditions Postoperative Pain, Acute
Enrollment 60 participants
Start Date 2026-12-01
Primary Completion 2028-06-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2028-08-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-12-04