Study of Deep Rectus Sheath Block for Pain Relief After Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating the pain relief effects of a new technique called the deep rectus sheath block for patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a minimally invasive gallbladder removal surgery. This study focuses on comparing this novel block with standard postoperative pain management methods to see if it can better reduce pain and the need for additional medication. The trial evaluates how the block may improve patient comfort after surgery and reduce side effects such as nausea and vomiting. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. The control group receives patient-controlled analgesia with morphine for pain management after surgery. The other group receives the deep rectus sheath block at the end of the surgery along with the same morphine patient-controlled analgesia. Researchers will track the amount of morphine used in the first 24 hours after surgery and compare pain scores between the groups. During the study, patients will be monitored for morphine consumption, numerical pain scores, use of additional rescue pain medication, and the occurrence of nausea or vomiting within the first 24 hours after surgery. The study uses a double-blind design to ensure unbiased results. The total participation involves surgery and postoperative monitoring, with the primary focus on pain control and side effects within one day after the procedure.

Deep Rectus Sheath Block for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy