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Timing of TAP Blocks in Bariatric Surgery
Sponsor: McMaster University
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.
Official title: Single Blind Clinical Trial: Optimizing TAP Block Timing for Bariatric Surgery
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2024-11-21
Completion Date
2025-06-28
Last Updated
2024-11-25
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Bupivacaine-epinephrine
A total of 60ml of 0.25% Bupivacaine with Epinephrine, divided into 4 aliquots, will be administered laparoscopically at two locations per side along the anterior axillary line between the costal margin and the iliac crest. TAP block timing will be disclosed to the operating surgeon to ensure the correct solution is administered at the appropriate time.
Locations (1)
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton - Charlton Campus
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada