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Exploration of Stellate Ganglion Block in Patients With Cerebral Small Vessel Disease

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Cerebral Small Vessel Diseases
Interventions
Behavioral: Rehabilitation therapy
Procedure: Stellate ganglion block
Registration Number
NCT06226415
Lead Sponsor
Zeng Changhao
Brief Summary

This is a prospective study conducted on patients with Cerebral Small Vessel Disease, dysphagia and cognitive impairment. They were divided into the comparison group and observation group evenly. All the patients were provided with routine therapy, while the patients in the observation group were given Stellate Ganglion Block. The swallowing function, cognitive function and activities of daily living of the two groups of patients before and after treatment were evaluated by Penetration-Aspiration Scale, Mini-mental state examination and modified Barthel index.

Detailed Description

This study is conducted for Exploration of Stellate Ganglion Block in Patients With Cerebral Small Vessel Disease. This is a prospective study conducted on patients with Cerebral Small Vessel Disease, dysphagia and cognitive impairment. They were divided into the comparison group and observation group evenly. All the patients were provided with routine therapy, while the patients in the observation group were given Stellate Ganglion Block. The swallowing function, cognitive function and activities of daily living of the two groups of patients before and after treatment were evaluated by Penetration-Aspiration Scale, Mini-mental state examination and modified Barthel index.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
84
Inclusion Criteria
  • Age>18 years.
  • Meeting the diagnostic criteria for cerebral small vessel disease.
  • Dysphagia confirmed by Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study
  • Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)<27, indicating the existence of cognitive impairment.
  • No history of prior stroke.
  • Stable vital signs.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Dysphagia that might be caused by other diseases that might cause dysphagia, such as head and neck tumors, traumatic brain injury, myasthenia gravis, etc.
  • Cognitive impairment that might be caused by other diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, brain injury, etc.
  • Neurological blockade contraindications such as bleeding tendency, blocked site infection.
  • Unable to successfully finish the assessment of this study.
  • Complicated with severe liver and kidney failure, tumors, or hematological disorders.
  • Simultaneously in need to undergo other therapy that might affect the outcomes of this study.
  • Pregnant or nursing females

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
The observation groupRehabilitation therapyThe study lasted 14d for each patient. During the treatment, All the participants were provided with the rehabilitation therapy, which included routine rehabilitation, cognitive training, swallowing function training and nutrition support. Based on the invention above, the patients in the observation group were provided, using 1.5ml of 2% Lidocaine hydrochloride (1ml: 0.5mg) and 500ug of Vitamin B12 (1ml: 0.5g).
The comparison groupRehabilitation therapyThe study lasted 14d for each patient. During the treatment, All the participants were provided with the rehabilitation therapy, which included routine rehabilitation, cognitive training, swallowing function training and nutrition support.
The observation groupStellate ganglion blockThe study lasted 14d for each patient. During the treatment, All the participants were provided with the rehabilitation therapy, which included routine rehabilitation, cognitive training, swallowing function training and nutrition support. Based on the invention above, the patients in the observation group were provided, using 1.5ml of 2% Lidocaine hydrochloride (1ml: 0.5mg) and 500ug of Vitamin B12 (1ml: 0.5g).
The observation groupLidocaine HydrochlorideThe study lasted 14d for each patient. During the treatment, All the participants were provided with the rehabilitation therapy, which included routine rehabilitation, cognitive training, swallowing function training and nutrition support. Based on the invention above, the patients in the observation group were provided, using 1.5ml of 2% Lidocaine hydrochloride (1ml: 0.5mg) and 500ug of Vitamin B12 (1ml: 0.5g).
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Penetration-Aspiration Scaleday 1 and day 14

On the day 1 and day 14, Penetration-Aspiration Scale was used to assess dysphagia under Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study, primarily evaluating the extent to which fluid food entered the airway and caused penetration or aspiration during the swallowing process. As the level increased, the severity of dysphagia also increased.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profileday 1 and day 14

Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile is a scale used to assess swallowing dysfunction.The scale assesses various aspects of swallowing by observing the patient's swallowing actions during a videofluoroscopic swallow study, including oral phase, pharyngeal transit, swallow delay, and upper esophageal sphincter opening. Scores on the Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile range from 0 to 55, with higher scores indicating more severe impairment.

Functional Oral Intake Scaleday 1 and day 14

During Dysphagia-Functional Oral Intake Scale assessment, evaluators engage in communication with the patient, conduct observations, and make records to assess the patient's oral intake ability. The Functional Oral Intake Scale assessment form includes seven levels of scoring, ranging from level 1 to level 7, indicating a progressive improvement in the patient's oral intake ability. In general, the result below level 6 indicates unsafe for oral intake while level 6 and above indicates that eating via mouth can be safely conducted.

Mini-Mental State Examinationday 1 and day 14

On the day 1 and day 14, the cognitive function of patients was assessed using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). The MMSE evaluated five aspects, including orientation, memory, attention and calculation abilities, recall ability, and language skills, with a total score of 30 points. A MMSE score of less than 27 indicated cognitive impairment, with scores ≤9 indicating severe impairment, 10-20 indicating moderate impairment, and 21-26 indicating mild impairment.

Modified Barthel Indexday 1 and day 14

On the day 1 and day 14, the activities of daily living of patients were assessed using the modified Barthel Index . The scale included 10 items such as feeding, bathing, walking, dressing. Each item was rated on a 4-point scale based on the level of assistance required, with a total score of 100 points. There was a positive correlation between activities of daily living and the final score.

Trial Locations

Locations (3)

River south medical affili. Campus of zdy

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Zhongguo, China

Affiated Hos. Campus of zdy

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Zhongguo, China

The 4th affili. (Huij) Campus of zdy

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Zhongguo, China

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