New study aims to find best pain relief for gallbladder surgery
NCT ID NCT07179731
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compares three nerve block techniques to manage pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 105 adults scheduled for surgery will receive one of the blocks using the numbing medicine bupivacaine. The goal is to see which method reduces pain and the need for opioid painkillers in the first 24 hours 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
- bupivacaine
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify the best nerve block technique to reduce pain and opioid use after gallbladder surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 105 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Pain relief varies, and some people may still need strong painkillers.
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