Nerve block for gallbladder removal surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system, Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a nerve block called EOIB to see if it helps reduce pain after gallbladder removal surgery. If you are having planned gallbladder surgery, this might be a good option for you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You are scheduled for a planned (not emergency) gallbladder removal surgery
- You have not had any previous abdominal surgery or trauma
- You are not pregnant and do not have bleeding disorders or allergies to numbing medications
- You have not taken any pain medication in the 24 hours before surgery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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