NCT07064200NARecruiting

TAP Block Timing Study

Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Start Date

7/14/2025

Completion Date

7/1/2027

Summary

This study investigates whether administering TAP blocks pre-incision provides superior postoperative pain control and reduces opioid use along with other medications compared to post-incision administration in patients undergoing elective abdominal surgeries.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range: 18 years to 65 years

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged between 18 and 65 years * Scheduled for elective bariatric surgery or other elective general abdominal surgeries * Proficient in English sufficient to understand study procedures and communicate effectively * Capable of providing informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals under 18 years of age (minors) * Pregnant individuals * Prisoners * Individuals with cognitive impairments or otherwise unable to provide informed consent independently * Individuals with known allergies or contraindications to local anesthetics used in TAP blocks

Interventions

OTHER

TAP Block

Interested in This Trial?

Contact the trial locations directly using the information below to learn more about enrollment.

Expressing interest lets you review the study and consent before we connect you with the research site.

Conditions

Bariatric or General Abdominal SurgeriesBariatric Surgery Patients

Locations

Weill Cornell Medical College - NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

New York, New York 10065

United States