This study looks at a special way to help babies feel less pain after surgery. It tests a method called a paravertebral nerve block, which numbs nerves near the spine. This helps reduce the need for pain medicine like morphine, which can be strong and have side effects. Babies less than 12 months old who are having heart surgery at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta might be able to join. Doctors will compare usual pain medicines to this new method to see which helps more. They will also watch how well the baby's blood flows and how much oxygen gets to their spine using a special tool called Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS).
- Study Length: Participation is during and after surgery.
- Visits Needed: Surgeries are scheduled; follow-up visits are part of care.
- Compensation: Not mentioned; focus on improved pain management and recovery.
Interested parents should ensure their baby meets the study criteria, like age and weight, and discuss participation with the doctors. Understanding and agreeing to the study details is essential for participation.