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New nerve block may ease pain after gallbladder removal

NCT ID NCT06712498

Symptom relief Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gazi Yasargil Training and Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a specific nerve block, called the external oblique intercostal plane block, can reduce pain and improve satisfaction in patients undergoing laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Sixty-four adults aged 18-65 received either the nerve block with bupivacaine or no block. Researchers measured pain scores and how much pain medication patients needed after surgery.

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Active substance
Bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If successful, this nerve block could become a standard way to manage pain after gallbladder surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 64 participants. The results may not apply to all patients, and nerve blocks carry rare risks like infection or bleeding.

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Study facts

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Participants

64 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

operating

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged between 18-65 * and with ASA1-2 were included. Exclusion Criteria:• Patients younger than 18 years of age and older than 65 years of age * Patients allergic to local anesthetics * Patients with opioid and alcohol addiction * Patients with perioperative signs of acute cholecystitis * Patients with contraindications for laparoscopic surgery * Cases with ASA III-IV were not included in the study.

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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Health Sciences University Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital

    Diyarbakır, Kayapınar, 21070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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