Analgesia after open inguinal hernia repair using intrathecal morphine or a transversalis fascia plane block

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Adults undergoing open inguinal hernia repair are randomized to receive intrathecal morphine, a transversalis fascia plane block, or standard care. The study uses assessor blinding to compare postoperative pain, opioid use, and recovery metrics. It aims to determine if regional or neuraxial analgesia can reduce opioid requirements and improve comfort after surgery. Safety will be monitored for known opioid-related adverse effects and block-related complications. The trial is conducted at Ankara Etlik City Hospital with a single lead sponsor in Turkey.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age between 18 and 80 years
* American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I-II-III
* Body mass index between 18 and 30 kg/m²
* Patients undergoing elective open inguinal hernia repair

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient refusing the procedure
* History of chronic analgesic or opioid therapy
* History of local anesthetic and morphine allergy
* Infection in the intervention area

Where it's running

• Ankara Etlik City Hospital
  Yenimahalle, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Musa Zengin, Associate Professor
• Email: musazengin@gmail.com
• Phone: 00905307716235

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.