Nerve blocks put to the test for breast surgery pain

NCT ID NCT07830446

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First seen Sep 21, 2026 · Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Summary

Researchers are observing 90 adults having elective breast surgery to see how well two types of fascial plane nerve blocks control pain compared with standard care. An anesthesiologist chooses the block as part of routine care, and the team tracks tramadol use, pain scores, nausea, and complications. The study asks whether these blocks reduce opioid needs in the first 24 hours after surgery.

What this could mean

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Active substance
fascial plane nerve blocks using local anesthetic
What this could lead to
If these blocks work well, they could become a standard way to control pain after breast surgery and reduce reliance on opioid painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to other hospitals or patient groups, and nerve blocks carry small risks like bleeding or infection at the injection site.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 90 people

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Started

Apr 2026

Expected to finish

Mar 2027

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Lead sponsor

A government agency

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Participants aged 18 to 80 years who are scheduled for elective breast surgery under general anesthesia at the single study center, provide written informed consent, and meet all eligibility criteria.

Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 80 years * ASA physical status I to III * Undergoing surgery under general anesthesia * Provision of written informed consent * Scheduled for elective breast surgery Exclusion Criteria: * History of allergy to local anesthetic medications * Coagulation disorder * Body mass index greater than 40 kg/m2 * Infection at the block application site * Chronic pain syndrome * Pregnancy * Inability to communicate * Requirement for emergency surgery

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Conditions

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Pain, Postoperative

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Locations

  • Bursa Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Bursa, Turkey (Türkiye)

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