New painkiller may offer longer relief after gallbladder surgery
NCT ID NCT07577934
First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tests whether a long-acting painkiller (liposomal bupivacaine) works better than a standard one (ropivacaine) for pain after gallbladder removal. About 86 adults having laparoscopic cholecystectomy will receive one of the two drugs via a nerve block during surgery. Researchers will measure pain levels, recovery quality, and side effects over three months to see which option provides better pain control and faster recovery.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
liposomal bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If liposomal bupivacaine works better, it could provide longer-lasting pain relief after gallbladder surgery, helping patients recover faster and possibly reducing the risk of long-term pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 86 people. The results may not apply to everyone, and there is no guarantee that liposomal bupivacaine will be more effective than the standard drug.
Conditions
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