Which pain block wins for belly surgery?

NCT ID NCT07233629

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two types of nerve blocks—M-TAPA and rectus sheath block—for controlling pain after abdominal surgery with a midline cut. Sixty adults will receive one of the two blocks using the same numbing medicine. Researchers will track pain scores and how much extra painkiller is needed.

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 one block works better, it could improve pain control after abdominal surgery and reduce the need for extra painkillers.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The results may not apply to all surgeries or patients, and individual responses to nerve blocks vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LAPAROTOMY POSTOPERATIVE PAIN

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Locations

Sivas Cumhuriyet University

Sivas, Sivas, 58140, Turkey (Türkiye)