Nerve block showdown: which one numb better for gallbladder surgery?
NCT ID NCT07445854
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two different nerve blocks used to manage pain after gallbladder removal surgery. Researchers will map where on the skin each block causes numbness and see which one covers the surgical cuts better. The goal is to learn more about these blocks to improve pain control for future patients. About 40 adults having planned gallbladder surgery will take part.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 40 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Nov 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jun 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Patients who are scheduled to undergo elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery under general anesthesia at the Department of Anesthesiology, Samsun University Training and Research Hospital. A total of 40 patients will be enrolled and divided into two groups: EOPB (n=20) and SIPB (n=20). Each participant will receive ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia according to their assigned group, and sensory mapping will be performed postoperatively.
- Ages
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18 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients scheduled for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery and who have received a regional anesthesia technique for this purpose. * Aged between 18-75 years. * Belonging to ASA I-III group. * Having provided written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who refuse to participate. * Patients who did not receive a block. * Patients classified as ASA IV. * History of previous abdominal surgery (affecting the laparoscopic approach). * Patients with cognitive dysfunction or inability to cooperate. * Patients diagnosed with psychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, mania, depression, etc.). * Patients who have been using antipsychotic medication for more than 4 weeks.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Samsun University, Samsun Training and Research Hospital
RECRUITINGSamsun, Ilkadım, 55200, Turkey (Türkiye)
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