Spinal vs general anesthesia for laparoscopic hernia repair
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to manage pain during laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery: spinal anesthesia (numbing the lower body) versus general anesthesia plus a nerve block (TAP block). The goal is to see which approach provides better pain control and recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery to fix an inguinal hernia (a bulge in the groin).
- This is your first hernia on that side, not a repeat one.
- You do not have any nerve damage or numbness in your limbs.
- You have not had any previous surgery in your lower belly or pelvic area.
- Your hernia is simple, not stuck or twisted, and you do not have a bleeding disorder or bone or joint deformity.
- You are in generally good health and can safely receive anesthesia.
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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