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Comparison of the Efficacy of Transversus Abdominis Plane Block and Erector Spinae Plane Block in Postoperative Analgesia Management After Abdominoplasty

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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Introduction: Abdominoplasty involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the abdominal region, rectus sheath plication, and umbilical transposition. The number of cosmetic abdominoplasty procedures has been steadily increasing in recent years. Due to extensive tissue manipulation and large incisions during surgery, postoperative pain has become a significant concern. Studies report that up to 80% of patients experience postoperative pain; however, fewer than half of these patients receive adequate analgesia. Improving postoperative pain control has been shown to facilitate early mobilization, reduce hospital length of stay, lower healthcare costs, and enhance patient satisfaction. Therefore, ensuring effective postoperative analgesia has become a critical aspect of patient management. Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and erector spinae plane (ESP) block are peripheral nerve

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who underwent abdominoplasty and received TAP or ESP blocks for postoperative analgesia, followed by monitoring with IV PCA. Exclusion Criteria: * Cases in which IV PCA was not used, VAS scoring was unavailable, or complications occurred.
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What it tests

  • Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block
  • Erector spina plane block (ESP)
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Where

1 site
University of Health Sciences, Ankara Atatürk Sanatorium Training and Research Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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