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Comparing Bi-level and Single-level ESP Block for Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Sponsor: Hospital Authority, Hong Kong
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of single-level and bi-level erector spinae plane block in open inguinal hernia repair surgery. The main question it aims to answer are: * Whether bi-level ESP block will improve pain control after open inguinal hernia repair surgery * Whether bi-level ESP block will improve quality of recovery after open inguinal hernia repair surgery Participants will receive erector spinae plane block, and will be randomised into 2 groups, single-level ESP block and bi-level ESP block, before open hernia repair surgery. They will be followed up after operation for assessment of pain control and quality of recovery.
Official title: Comparing Analgesic Efficacy and Quality of Recovery of Bi-level and Single-level Erector Spinae Plane Block for Open Inguinal Hernia Repair Surgery - a Randomised, Observed-blinded Active-controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2024-01-15
Completion Date
2026-05-09
Last Updated
2026-05-13
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Erector spinae plane block
ESP block is a paraspinal fascial plane block that involves injection of local anesthetic underneath the anterior fascia of the erector spinae muscles. Local anaesthetic mixture (lignocaine 2% with adrenaline, bupivacaine 0.25%) will be delivered with insulated needle in bolus(es) to above-mentioned levels (L1 in 1ESP group, T12 \& L1 in 2ESP group)
Locations (1)
Tin Shui Wai Hospital
Hong Kong, Hong Kong