Clinical Trial

Timing of TAP Blocks in Bariatric Surgery

Recruiting Phase 2
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Record status
This record was last updated November 25, 2024 (before its estimated January 31, 2025 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This clinical trial aims to determine the optimal timing for administering a Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) block in bariatric surgery, specifically investigating whether initiating TAP blocks at the beginning of surgery is more beneficial than at the end, which is the current practice. The study targets obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery, with a focus on reducing postoperative pain and opioid use. Key outcomes include recovery duration, pain levels, opioid consumption, and respiratory function. Successful results could establish early TAP block initiation as a standard practice, offering faster recovery, decreased opioid reliance, and reduced healthcare costs.
Protocol Amendment History 1 amendment
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended once since 2024-02-13.
Status change: Not Yet Recruiting → Recruiting 2024-11-22
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06270147
Lead Sponsor McMaster University
Conditions Opioid Use, Pain, Postoperative
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2024-11-21
Primary Completion 2025-01-31 (estimated)
Study Completion 2025-06-28 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2024-11-25