Which pain block works best for hernia repair?
NCT ID NCT05565365
First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study compared two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—transversalis fascia plane block and erector spinae plane block—for pain relief after inguinal hernia repair. Forty-three men undergoing open hernia surgery received one of the two blocks before the procedure. The goal was to see which block better reduces postoperative pain, measured using a standard pain scale.
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Locations
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Assiut University
Asyut, Egypt
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If one block works better, it could improve pain control after hernia surgery, helping patients recover more comfortably.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 43 men. Results may not apply to women or other surgeries, and individual responses to the blocks can vary.
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