Comparing two nerve block techniques for chronic pain after hernia surgery
Comparison of Ultrasound-guided Transversalis Fascia Plane Block With Ultrasound-guided Ilioinguinal and Iliohypogastric Nerve Block in the Treatment of Chronic Post-herniorrhaphy Inguinal Pain
This study is testing two different nerve block methods to see which one helps people with ongoing pain after hernia surgery feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06871605 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided transversalis fascia plane block versus ilioinguinal and iliohypogastric nerve block in treating chronic post-herniorrhaphy inguinal pain that has not responded to conservative treatments. Participants will be assessed using a numerical rating scale to measure pain levels before and after receiving either intervention. The study addresses a significant issue, as chronic pain after hernia surgery can severely impact patients' quality of life and daily activities. By comparing these two nerve block techniques, the study seeks to identify a more effective pain management strategy for affected individuals.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who have experienced inguinal pain for more than 12 weeks following hernia surgery and have not found relief through conservative treatments.
Not a fit: Patients with other identifiable causes of inguinal pain, such as infections or hematomas, as well as those with pregnancy or unstable psychiatric conditions, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective pain management option for patients suffering from chronic pain after hernia surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While nerve blocks have been used for acute postoperative pain, this study is among the few that compare the efficacy of these specific techniques for chronic pain, making it a novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Complaints of inguinal pain \>12 weeks post-herniorrhaphy surgery * \>18 years of age * Failure of conservative pain management Exclusion Criteria: * Other causes of inguinal pain (haematoma, infection, tubo-ovarian disease, abscess, etc., gynaecological, urological and organic pathologies after inguinal hernia, etc.) * Pregnancy * Coagulopathy, antiaggregant/anticoagulant/antiplatelet use * Unstable psychiatric illness
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Diskapi Training and Research Hospital — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gozde EROL
- Email: gozde.canakli@gmail.com
- Phone: 5325827856
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.