Which nerve block helps patients recover faster after laparoscopic surgery?
NCT ID NCT07720817
First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial compares two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—retrolaminar block and transverse abdominis plane (TAP) block—to see which one improves recovery and reduces pain after laparoscopic upper abdominal surgery. About 164 adults aged 21 to 65 will receive one of the two blocks before surgery. The goal is to determine which approach leads to better pain control, less need for painkillers, and a smoother recovery.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- ultrasound-guided nerve blocks (retrolaminar block or transverse abdominis plane block) using a local anesthetic
- What this could lead to
- If one block proves superior, it could become the preferred method for managing pain and speeding recovery after laparoscopic abdominal surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single-center trial with a moderate sample size, so results may not apply to all patients or surgical settings. Nerve blocks carry risks like bleeding, infection, or incomplete pain relief.
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Mansoura University
Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt
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