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Ilioinguinal Nerve Block With Local Anesthetic vs. Placebo in Inguinal Hernia Repair Under Spinal Anesthesia
Sponsor: Makassed General Hospital
Summary
Postoperative pain management remains a critical area of concern in surgical practices, especially in procedures involving the lower abdomen and pelvis. Inguinal Hernia is considered among few surgeries that may lead to chronic pain. Spinal anesthesia is a commonly utilized modality because of its efficacy in pain control and rapid recovery. However, the addition of peripheral nerve blocks, such as the ilioinguinal nerve block, may provide enhanced pain relief and reduce opioid consumption postoperatively. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of spinal anesthesia alone compared to spinal anesthesia supplemented with ultrasound-guided ilioinguinal and iliohypo-gastric nerve block in managing postoperative pain.
Official title: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial of Ilioinguinal Nerve Block With Local Anesthetic vs. Placebo in Inguinal Hernia Repair Under Spinal Anesthesia
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2025-06-01
Completion Date
2026-07-30
Last Updated
2025-07-03
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Ilioinguinal/iliohypogastric Nerve Block
15cc 0.25% of Bupivacaine + Dexamethasone 8 mg 2cc
Ilioinguinal/iliohypogastric with Placebo Block
17 cc of Placebo
Locations (1)
Makassed General Hospital
Beirut, Lebanon