Timing of TAP block for gallbladder surgery
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares giving a nerve block (TAP block) before or after gallbladder removal surgery to see which reduces pain better and improves recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are classified as ASA I or II (healthy or with mild illness).
- You are 18 years or older.
- You do not have a history of chronic pain.
- You are not taking beta-blocker medications.
- You have no allergies to the study drugs (like local anesthetics).
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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