Trinity Health Michigan
Clinical trials sponsored by Trinity Health Michigan, explained in plain language.
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Pain relief showdown: TAP block vs. epidural after colon surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 200 adults having elective colorectal surgery for conditions like colon cancer or diverticulitis. It compared two pain management methods: a TAP block (injection of numbing medicine into the abdominal wall) and epidural anesthesia (medicine delivered near the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Trinity Health Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New pain relief method may match epidurals after colon surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two standard pain control methods after colon or rectal surgery: a local anesthetic delivered through small tubes placed near the surgical site (preperitoneal analgesia) versus an epidural. About 98 adults having planned surgery took part. The goal was to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Trinity Health Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 12:00 UTC