Nerve blocks may cut opioid use after hernia surgery
NCT ID NCT07423910
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether ultrasound-guided nerve blocks (TAP, RS, or both) can reduce pain and opioid use after open inguinal hernia surgery. 200 adults will be randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks or a placebo, alongside standard care. The goal is to see if these blocks speed recovery and lower the chance of unplanned hospital stays.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 200 people
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- Started
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Jul 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2038
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 years or older * Elective unilateral open inguinal hernia repair * Ability to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Emergency surgery * Bilateral or recurrent inguinal hernia * Contraindication to regional anesthesia or study interventions * Known allergy to local anesthetics * Inability to comply with study procedures
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Tampere University Hospital
RECRUITINGTampere, Finland
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