Not Yet RecruitingPhase 2ACTRN12608000297325

The Analgesic Efficacy of Ultrasound-Guided Transversus Abdominis Plane Blocks after Abdominal Surgery

The Analgesic Efficacy of Ultrasound Guided Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) blocks compared with Placebo in Patients Undergoing Abdominal Surgery

Sponsor

Dr Elizabeth Hessian

Enrollment

52 participants

Start Date

Feb 1, 2009

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Analgesia in patients undergoing abdominal surgery

Summary

This trial is looking at the analgesic efficacy of transversus abdominis plane block (TAP block) using ropivacaine following abdominal surgery.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

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This study tests whether ultrasound-guided nerve blocks in the abdominal wall can provide better pain relief after abdominal surgery compared to standard pain management. It is for adults aged 18 or older who are having planned abdominal surgery through a midline incision.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

Transversus abdominis plane injection using ropivacaine 0.5%, 20ml bilaterally at the completion of surgery prior to waking from anaesthesia

Locations(1)

Australia

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