Evaluating pain relief methods after inguinal hernia surgery
Comparison of Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Adjuvant Quadratus Lumborum Block in Open Technique Inguinal Hernia Surgeries
NA · Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital · NCT06664164
This study is testing two different ways to block pain after inguinal hernia surgery to see which one helps patients feel better and need less pain medicine.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital (other gov) |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06664164 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of two types of Quadratus Lumborum Blocks for managing postoperative pain in patients undergoing open inguinal hernia surgery under spinal anesthesia. It will assess total analgesic consumption over 24 hours, the time to first rescue analgesia, and pain levels using a Numerical Rating Scale at various intervals post-surgery. Additionally, the study will monitor side effects such as postoperative nausea and vomiting. The intervention involves administering local anesthetics with and without the addition of dexamethasone to enhance pain relief.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with an ASA physical status of I or II who are scheduled for open inguinal hernia surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with local anesthetic allergies, infections at the procedure site, or those with a BMI over 35 may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve postoperative pain management for patients undergoing inguinal hernia surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar analgesic techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: - 18-65 years, American Society of Anesthesiologists physical statusⅠ-II - Exclusion Criteria: * local anesthetic allergy * Infection at the procedure site * Body Mass Index \>35 kg/m2 * Anticoagulant use with bleeding disorder * Chronic analgesia and opioid use -with mental and psychiatric disorders -
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Gaziosmanpasa Research and Training Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Serpil Sehirlioglu, MD — Gaziosmanpasa Research and Training Hospital
- Study coordinator: Serpil Sehirlioglu, MD
- Email: drserpilsahin@gmail.com
- Phone: +905054431852
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.
Conditions: Pain, Postoperative, anterior quadratus lumborum block, postoperative pain, adjuvant, dexamethasone, inguinal hernia