New nerve block may cut opioid use after kidney stone surgery
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This study tests whether a nerve block called an erector spinae plane (ESP) block can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers after percutaneous nephrolithotomy, a surgery to remove large kidney stones. About 128 adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Tennessee Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC