Nerve block may keep lungs open after Weight-Loss surgery
NCT ID NCT06695858
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a special nerve block (erector spinae plane block) could reduce the chance of lung collapse after weight-loss surgery. 138 patients having laparoscopic bariatric surgery were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block or standard pain medicine. The main goal was to see how many patients developed lung collapse, measured by ultrasound.
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Cairo university hospitals
Cairo, Egypt
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