Nerve block may ease pain after gallbladder removal
NCT ID NCT07576712
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a nerve block called a TAP block can reduce pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Sixty adults were split into two groups: one received the block plus standard painkillers, the other only standard painkillers. Researchers measured pain levels and how much extra pain medicine was needed over 24 hours.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
bupivacaine (a numbing medicine) injected as a nerve block
What this could lead to
If effective, this nerve block could become a standard way to reduce pain after gallbladder surgery, possibly lowering the need for strong painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, non-randomized study with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefit over standard pain control may be small or not clinically meaningful.
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Locations
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Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, 34098, Turkey (Türkiye)