Comparing pain relief methods after cesarean section
Examination of the Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Transvers Abdominis Plane Block and Transversalis Fascia Plane Block in Cesarean Section Surgeries Performed Under Spinal Anesthesia
NA · TC Erciyes University · NCT06386978
This study is testing two different pain relief methods after cesarean sections to see which one helps women feel better and more satisfied after surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | TC Erciyes University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Kayseri) |
| Trial ID | NCT06386978 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the analgesic efficacy of two different regional anesthesia techniques, the Transverse Abdominis Plane (TAP) block and the Transversalis Fascia Plane (TFP) block, in women undergoing elective cesarean sections. A total of 90 adult women will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: those receiving spinal anesthesia with a TAP block, those receiving spinal anesthesia with a TFP block, and a control group receiving only spinal anesthesia. The study will assess various outcomes including the duration of spinal anesthesia, time to first analgesic request, total analgesic consumption, and patient satisfaction over a 24-48 hour postoperative period. The trial aims to determine which method provides better pain relief and overall satisfaction for patients post-surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adult women classified as ASA I or ASA II who are undergoing elective cesarean sections and accept spinal anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients with allergies to local anesthetics, those with severe comorbidities (ASA III, IV, V), or those under 18 years old will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for women undergoing cesarean sections.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with regional anesthesia techniques in postoperative pain management, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ASA I and ASA II, * Pregnant patients accepting spinal anesthesia and procedure Exclusion Criteria: * Those who are allergic to local anesthetics, * Those receiving steroid treatment, * ASA III, ASA IV and ASA V, * Patients under the age of 18, * Patients with preeclampsia, * Eclampsia, * Placenta percreta and accreta and its complications, * Emergency patients.
Where this trial is running
Kayseri
- Erciyes University — Kayseri, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kudret Dogru, Prof. — TC Erciyes University
- Study coordinator: Kudret Dogru, prof.
- Email: kdogru@erciyes.edu.tr
- Phone: 905334735112
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Obstetric, ceserean section, transverse abdominis plane block, transversalis facia plane block