Timing of pain block during Weight-Loss surgery may cut opioid use
NCT ID NCT04787367
First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether giving a nerve block (TAP block) early during laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy reduces pain more than giving it later. About 200 adults having this weight-loss surgery will receive the same numbing medicine, but at different times. Researchers will compare pain scores and how much opioid painkiller patients need afterward.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If early timing works better, it could improve pain control and reduce opioid use after weight-loss surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a single-center study with 200 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Pain is subjective and other factors may influence outcomes.
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Locations
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Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
Clinton Township, Michigan, 48038, United States