Comparing two types of nerve blocks for pain relief in abdominal plastic surgery

Comparison Between US Guided Retrolaminar Block and Transversus Abdominis Plane Block for Post Operative Analgesia in Patient Undergoing Abdominal Plastic Surgery

Not applicable Interventional Tanta University · NCT06265402

This study is testing which of two types of nerve blocks can better relieve pain for people having abdominal plastic surgery.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment90 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorTanta University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Tanta)
Trial IDNCT06265402 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided retrolaminar block compared to transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block in providing analgesia for patients undergoing abdominal plastic surgery. It focuses on minimizing postoperative pain and reducing the need for additional analgesics by utilizing regional anesthesia techniques. The study will involve 90 patients aged 18 to 65, assessing their pain management outcomes post-surgery. The methodology includes a randomized approach to determine which nerve block technique offers superior pain relief.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 18 to 65, of both sexes, classified as ASA physical status I, II, or III, who are scheduled for abdominal plastic surgery.

Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit include those with chronic pain conditions, substance abuse history, or any contraindications to the nerve blocks being studied.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing abdominal plastic surgery.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar regional anesthesia techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

- 90patients aged 18/65years of both sexes and asa physical status one two and three undergoing abdominal plastic surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

* patient refusal Patient taking analgesia of chronic illness or have history of substance abuse Patient who are unable to describe their post operative pain Patient with history of coagulabathy Un cooperative patient Patient with known allergy to study drug Patient with infection at site needle puncture Patient with decompensated hepatic renal respiratory or cardiac disorder

Where this trial is running

Tanta

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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