Evaluating a new nerve block technique for pain relief after cesarean sections
Efficacy Of Modified Perichondral Approach Thoracoabdominal Nerve Block For Post Cesarean Section Pain
This study is testing a new nerve block technique to see if it can help women feel less pain after having a cesarean section while using fewer opioids.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Bursa City Hospital Government |
| Locations | 2 sites (Bursa and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06078475 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of the Modified Perichondral Approach Thoracoabdominal Nerve (M-TAPA) block for managing postoperative pain in women who have undergone cesarean sections. The M-TAPA block is performed using ultrasound guidance to deliver local anesthetic to specific areas of the thoracoabdominal region, aiming to provide effective analgesia while minimizing opioid use. The study will assess pain levels and recovery outcomes in participants receiving this novel nerve block technique compared to standard pain management approaches.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women classified as ASA II who are undergoing elective cesarean sections at or beyond 37 weeks of gestation.
Not a fit: Patients with bleeding disorders, those on anticoagulant therapy, or individuals with allergies to local anesthetics or opioids may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this technique could significantly improve pain management for women after cesarean sections, enhancing recovery and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the M-TAPA block is a novel approach, similar nerve block techniques have shown promise in managing postoperative pain in other surgical contexts.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification II * Elective cesarean section, and gestational age above 37 weeks will be included Exclusion Criteria: * Bleeding diathesis * Anticoagulant treatment * Local anesthetics and opioid allergy * Infection at the site of block * Patients who do not accept the procedure
Where this trial is running
Bursa and 1 other locations
- T.C. Sağlık Bakanlığı Bursa Şehir Hastanesi — Bursa, Turkey (Recruiting)
- Mursel Ekinci — Bursa, Turkey (Recruiting)
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.