Pain relief after weight-loss surgery: ultrasound-guided injection vs numbing at incisions
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This study compares two ways to manage pain after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight-loss surgery): an ultrasound-guided injection near the ribs versus a local numbing medication at the incision sites. The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief and helps you breathe more comfortably after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 35 and 40
- You are scheduled for a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight-loss surgery)
- You have no allergies to local anesthetics (numbing medications)
- You do not regularly use strong painkillers (opioids)
- You do not have severe heart, liver, kidney, or bleeding problems
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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