Erector Spinae Plane Block vs Modified Thoracoabdominal Nerve Block After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This trial compares bilateral erector spinae plane (ESP) block with bilateral modified thoracoabdominal (M-TAPA) nerve block for postoperative analgesia following laparoscopic cholecystectomy. It aims to determine which block offers more effective and balanced pain relief by targeting different nerve pathways and dermatomal coverage. The study builds on the shift toward ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia within multimodal pain strategies to reduce opioid use and enhance recovery after surgery. Outcomes of interest include analgesic efficacy, opioid consumption, and recovery-related measures in adults undergoing LC. The design focuses on direct comparison in a real-world surgical setting at a single institution.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age: between 30 - 65
* American Society of Anaesthesiologists physical status: I- III
* Body mass index: 18-35 kg.m-2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient Refusal
* Allergy to local anaesthetic agents.
* Skin infection at the site of injection.
* Coagulopathy.
* Diabetes Mellitus

Where it's running

• Alexandria University
  Alexandria, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: sarah m elgamal, MD — Alexandria University
• Study coordinator: sarah m elgamal, MD
• Email: sarahelgamal1990@yahoo.com
• Phone: 01005496440

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.