Which pain block works best for hernia surgery? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07311902
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two types of nerve blocks—M-TAPA and TAP block—for pain relief after open inguinal hernia repair. Sixty adults undergoing elective surgery will receive one of the two blocks with the same numbing medicine. Researchers will measure pain scores and patient satisfaction 24 hours after surgery to see which method offers better recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- bupivacaine
- What this could lead to
- If one block proves better, it could become the preferred method for pain control after hernia surgery, improving recovery comfort.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both blocks are already used, so no major breakthrough is expected.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 60 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Nov 2024
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Exclusion Criteria: * History of bleeding diathesis * Allergy or sensitivity to local anesthetics and opioids * Infection in the area where the block will be applied * Alcohol or drug addiction * Patients with a BMI \> 30 * Suspected pregnancy * Women in pregnancy or lactation * Patients with allergies to study drugs * Patient refusal * Use of anticoagulant agents Inclusion Criteria: * Planning for elective unilateral open inguinal hernia repair surgery * ASA I-II status * Being between 18 and 65 years of age
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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How to take part
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The places running it
1 site. The list below names each one and where it is.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Erzurum Regional Education and Research Hospital
RECRUITINGErzurum, 25000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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