Effectiveness of a specific pain relief technique after cesarean delivery
The Efficacy of Ultrasound-guided Transversus Abdominis Plane ( TAP) Block Versus Standard Analgesic Protocol for Postoperative Analgesia After Elective, Cesarean- Section Delivery- A Randomize Controlled Trial
This study tests if a specific pain relief technique called the TAP block can help women feel less pain after having a cesarean delivery compared to regular methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Qassim University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Buraidah, Al-Qassim Region) |
| Trial ID | NCT06556381 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Trans Abdominis Plane (TAP) block for managing pain in patients who have undergone cesarean delivery. It is a multi-centric, cross-sectional study conducted in various governmental hospitals. The study aims to assess how well this pain management technique works compared to traditional methods. By focusing on patients aged 20-50 years and weighing between 50-100 kg, the study seeks to provide insights into optimal pain relief strategies for post-operative care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 20-50 years who are undergoing elective, emergent, or urgent cesarean sections and weigh between 50-100 kg.
Not a fit: Patients who weigh less than 50 kg or more than 100 kg, or those with contraindications to anesthesia medications, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management for patients recovering from cesarean deliveries.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with TAP blocks for post-operative pain management, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age: 20-50 years 2. Patients of \>50 kg or \<100 kg weight. 3. Urgency: Elective, Emergent and Urgent cases Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients of \<50 kg or \>100 kg weight 2. Any contraindication to any of anesthesia medications 3. Patient unable to understand numeric rating scale (NRS)
Where this trial is running
Buraidah, Al-Qassim Region
- Qassim University Medical City — Buraidah, Al-Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mohammed Abaalkhayl, MD — Qassim University
- Study coordinator: Hani Alnajjar, Bsn
- Email: hanialnajjar88@gmail.com
- Phone: 00966553873999
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.