New study tests which nerve block eases breast surgery pain best

NCT ID NCT07541040

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Engin Çetin Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study compares two types of nerve blocks—SPSIPB and ESPB—for pain relief after breast surgery. 54 women will be randomly assigned to receive one block before anesthesia. Researchers will measure pain scores and opioid use in the first 24 hours to see which block works better.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: nerve block (SPSIPB or ESPB)
What this could lead to: If one block works better, it could mean less pain and less need for strong painkillers after breast surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 54 people, so results may not apply to everyone. Both blocks are already used, so no big breakthrough is expected.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

opioid abuse Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OPIOID USE POST-OPERATIVE PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Health Sciences Kocaeli City Hospital
RECRUITING

İzmit, Kocaeli, 41200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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