Comparing two pain management techniques after lower abdominal surgery
Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block Versus Transversus Abdominis Plane Block For Post-Operative Pain In Lower Abdominal Surgeries In Adult Patients, Prospective, Comparative Randomized Study
This study is testing which pain management technique, ultrasound-guided QL block or TAP block, works better for adults having lower abdominal surgery to help them feel more comfortable after their procedure.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sohag University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sohag) |
| Trial ID | NCT06978179 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided Quadratus Lumborum (QL) block and Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) block for managing postoperative pain in patients undergoing lower abdominal surgeries. The trial involves adult patients aged 18 to 65 who are scheduled for elective procedures. By utilizing ultrasound guidance, the study aims to enhance the precision of these pain management techniques and evaluate their outcomes in terms of pain relief. The results could provide insights into which method offers better postoperative comfort.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 65 scheduled for elective lower abdominal surgery with ASA physical status I or II.
Not a fit: Patients with morbid obesity, significant neurological or psychiatric conditions, or those undergoing other forms of analgesia may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing lower abdominal surgeries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia techniques, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * patients aged from 18 to 65 years old. * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I - II. * Patients scheduled for elective lower abdominal surgery. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient refusal. * Patients with BMI (body mass index) \> 35 kg.m-2 , \[morbid obesity\]. * Patients with significant neurological, psychatric or neuromascular disease. * Patients had local skin infection at the block injection site. * Patients who operated under epidural and patient-controlled analgesia \[PCA\]. * Sensitivity to prescribed analgesia. * Coagulopathies or those who had uncontrolled chronic medical disease \[e.g. diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or cardiac diseases\].
Where this trial is running
Sohag
- Sohag University Hospital — Sohag, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ahmed M Abo El-Naga, Resident
- Email: ahmed_abuelnaga_post@med.sohag.edu.eg
- Phone: 01018434601
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.