New pain management technique for inguinal hernia surgery
Official title: Effect of the Quadro-Iliac Plane Block on Quality of Recovery Following Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Surgery: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled, Double-Blind, Multicenter Study
Run by Konya City Hospital · NCT06862609 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to manage pain after inguinal hernia surgery to see if it helps patients recover faster compared to standard pain relief methods.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Konya City Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Konya) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 23, 2025 |
| Main results expected | June 1, 2026 |
| Study ends | June 1, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | March 11, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06862609 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 undergoing elective unilateral laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair under general anesthesia.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with contraindications to regional anesthesia, impaired consciousness, or coagulopathy.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of the quadro-iliac plane block for managing postoperative pain in patients undergoing elective unilateral laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. The study compares this novel regional anesthesia technique to standard pain management approaches, which often rely on opioids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. By utilizing a specific fascial plane block, the trial aims to improve pain control and facilitate quicker recovery and discharge for patients. The study will enroll patients aged 18-65 who are undergoing this common surgical procedure under general anesthesia.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance postoperative pain management, leading to faster recovery times and improved patient satisfaction.
How similar studies have gone: While the quadro-iliac plane block is a novel approach, similar fascial plane blocks have shown promise in other studies for improving postoperative pain management.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18-65 years * Undergoing elective, * unilateral laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair * Receiving general anesthesia Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who refuse to provide consent * Patients with contraindications to regional anesthesia * Patients with impaired consciousness * Patients with coagulopathy * Patients with infections at the block site * Emergency cases
Where it's running
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Konya City Hospital
Konya, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.