Comparing two pain relief methods after laparoscopic hernia surgery

Comparison of the Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Quadratus Lumborum Block and Transversalis Fascia Block in Inguinal Hernia Surgery

NA · Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital · NCT06664177

This study is testing two different pain relief methods after laparoscopic hernia surgery to see which one helps patients feel better and need less extra pain medication.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorGaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital (other gov)
Locations1 site (Istanbul)
Trial IDNCT06664177 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two different analgesic techniques, the Transversalis Fascia Plane Block and the Quadratus Lumborum Block, in providing pain relief after elective laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgeries. Patients undergoing the surgery will receive one of the two interventions, and their postoperative pain levels will be assessed at various intervals. The primary focus is on the time until the first need for additional pain relief, along with total analgesic consumption and side effects experienced in the first 24 hours post-surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 with an ASA classification of 1-2 who are scheduled for elective laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with allergies to local anesthetics, severe obesity, or significant comorbidities such as chronic pain or psychiatric disorders 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 laparoscopic hernia surgery.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar analgesic techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Ages 18-65
* ASA Classification 1-2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Allergy to local anesthetics
* Presence of infection at the procedure site
* BMI \> 35 kg/m²
* Bleeding disorders or anticoagulant use
* Chronic analgesic or opioid use
* Mental or psychiatric disorders
* ASA Classification 3-4 patients(Severe COPD, history of cerebrovascular events, liver and kidney disease will be excluded from the study.)

Where this trial is running

Istanbul

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Pain, Postoperative, quadratus lumborum block, Transversalis Fascia Plane Block, inguinal hernia

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.