New nerve block combo aims to cut opioid use after colon surgery
NCT ID NCT07388953
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding a special nerve block (BAP) to a standard abdominal wall block (TAP) can better control pain and reduce the need for strong painkillers after minimally invasive left-sided colorectal surgery. About 140 adults having elective laparoscopic surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either the combined blocks or standard pain treatment. The goal is to improve recovery and comfort in the first two days after surgery.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 140 people
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- Started
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Feb 2026
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 80 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Elective laparoscopic left-sided colorectal resection * ASA physical status I-II * Ability to understand the study and sign informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy to study medications (e.g., local anesthetics) * Coagulation disorders * Pregnancy * Inability to understand or provide consent * Chronic pain on opioid therapy * BMI \> 35 kg/m²
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Belo Horizonte
RECRUITINGBelo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, 30150221, Brazil
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