Which pain block works best after colorectal surgery?
NCT ID NCT07602452
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to see which provides better pain relief after colorectal surgery. Fifty adults scheduled for open colorectal surgery will receive either an erector spinae plane block or an oblique subcostal transversus abdominis plane block. Researchers will measure pain levels and how soon patients need extra pain medication.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- nerve block (local anesthetic injection)
- What this could lead to
- If one block works better, it could improve pain control after colorectal surgery and reduce the need for strong painkillers like morphine.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants. Results may not apply to all patients, and nerve blocks carry risks like bleeding or infection.
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Cairo University
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