New combo approach aims to ease pain after gallbladder surgery

NCT ID NCT07653490

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Taksim Egitim ve Arastirma Hastanesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) combined with low-flow anesthesia can improve recovery and reduce opioid use after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 72 adults aged 18-65 will be randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block plus low-flow anesthesia or standard care. The main goal is to see if patients feel better 24 hours after surgery, with less pain and fewer side effects.

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 this works, it could offer a way to reduce pain and opioid use after gallbladder surgery, leading to a smoother recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 72 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the nerve block carries risks like infection or allergic reaction.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

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

LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY POSTOPERATIVE PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Taksim Training and Research Hospital
RECRUITING

Istanbul, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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