Which nerve block lasts longer for hernia pain? study seeks answer
NCT ID NCT07200076
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two types of quadratus lumborum nerve blocks (QL-2 and QL-3) for pain relief after inguinal hernia repair. Sixty-four adults received one of the two blocks using the numbing medicine ropivacaine. The goal was to see which block provides longer pain relief after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
ropivacaine
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors choose the best nerve block technique for longer pain relief after hernia surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 64 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The difference between the two block types may be small or not meaningful in practice.
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Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Punjab Province, 63100, Pakistan