New study aims to ease pain and improve breathing after gallbladder surgery

NCT ID NCT07666646

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Kayseri City Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study compares two types of nerve blocks—erector spinae plane block and modified thoracoabdominal nerve block—to see which one works better for pain control and lung function after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Sixty adults having elective surgery will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two blocks. The goal is to find a method that reduces pain and opioid use while helping patients breathe easier 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: local anesthetic (bupivacaine or similar)
What this could lead to: If one block works better, it could mean less pain, better breathing, and less need for strong painkillers after gallbladder surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and nerve blocks carry small risks like infection or bleeding.

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POST OPERATIVE PAIN CONTROL PULMONARY FUNCTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kayseri City Hospital
RECRUITING

Kayseri, Kocasinan, 38080, Turkey (Türkiye)

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