NCT06347874PHASE4Recruiting

Cryo Rib Fracture Study

University of Minnesota

Start Date

1/10/2025

Completion Date

3/13/2027

Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine if patients with rib fractures who undergo cryoablation of the intercostal nerves have improved pain control 7 days from procedure when compared to those who have a ESP catheter.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range: 18 years to No maximum

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who are over 18 who have more than one ribs fractured. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who have an exclusion to regional anesthesia. * Patients who are pregnant via self-report or pregnancy test if they take one. * Non-English speakers * Patients who have cold urticaria * Patients with bilateral fractures * Patients currently intubated

Interventions

DRUG

Cryoablation

DRUG

ESP Catheter

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Conditions

Rib Fractures

Locations

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414

United States