Which block beats breast surgery pain? ESP vs RIB showdown
NCT ID NCT06177665
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two types of nerve blocks—erector spinae plane (ESP) and rhomboid intercostal (RIB)—for managing pain after breast surgery. 84 patients received one of the blocks before their operation. Researchers measured how much morphine they needed afterward and their pain scores. The goal was to see which block provides better pain relief.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- bupivacaine
- What this could lead to
- If one block works better, it could lead to better pain control and less morphine use after breast surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial comparing two established techniques. The results may not apply to all surgeries or patients, and individual responses vary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kocaeli University
Kocaeli, Turkey (Türkiye)
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