CompletedNot Applicable

Laparoscopic TAP Block for Sleeve Gastrectomy: Does Timing Matter

United States200 participantsStarted 2019-02-12

Plain-language summary

The goal of this study is to investigate whether an early intraoperative transverse abdominis plane block (TAP block) will provide superior analgesia to a late intraoperative TAP block. A fixed amount of bupivacaine will be used for the TAP block and the primary outcomes will be measured by patient reported numerical assessment scores for pain.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy Exclusion Criteria: * Conversion to open procedure * Prior history of narcotic use (which will be defined as any narcotics used on a recreational basis or any narcotic used for pain relief without having had recent operation or injury) * Current narcotic use at time of surgery * Prolonged case time defined as \>1 standard deviation over average time

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Pain Scores Between Early and Late Groups

Timeframe: Post-operatively at 0 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, 12 hours, 16 hours, 20 hours, and 24 hours

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04787367

SponsorArthur Carlin

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2022-07-01

Results submitted2026-04-29

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