New nerve block aims to cut opioid use after gallbladder surgery
Symptom relief
Not yet recruiting
This study tests if a special nerve block (external oblique intercostal block) can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after gallbladder removal surgery. About 56 adults having planned laparoscopic cholecystectomy will be randomly assigned to get the block or not. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shiyou Wei • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:47 UTC