Nerve block may ease breathing after Weight-Loss surgery in obese patients

NCT ID NCT07022600

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study tested whether a specific nerve block (erector spinae plane block) could prevent breathing problems after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in 80 severely obese patients. The goal was to see if the block reduced diaphragm dysfunction and improved lung function after surgery. Results could help improve recovery for this high-risk group.

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Locations

  • Cairo University

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 6890, Egypt

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