Pain Management in Hernia Surgery: TAP Block vs. Local Infiltration

We are studying whether a TAP block offers better pain relief than local infiltration for patients after laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. We also want to see if it leads to less need for pain medication.

1-2 yearsMonitoring phase (IV)Standard MedicinesInjectionInternal MedicineOrthopedics and Traumatology

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Nacl 0,9 %
A 0.9% saline solution used to hydrate people, replace lost fluids, and dilute or give medicines through a vein.
Ropivacaine Fresenius Kabi
Ropivacaine Fresenius Kabi is a medicine used to numb parts of the body for surgery and to relieve pain during and after medical procedures.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Ropivacaine Hydrochloride
Ropivacaine hydrochloride is a local anesthetic used to numb specific body areas for surgery, childbirth, or pain-relief procedures.
Sodium Chloride
Sodium chloride is a substance used to replace salts and fluids in the body and to clean or irrigate wounds and nasal passages.
Sodium Chloride Solution 0.9%
Sodium chloride 0.9% is a sterile salt solution used to replace fluids and electrolytes, hydrate patients, and clean wounds or body cavities.

What similar medicines might you know?

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Acuolens
Addex Natriumklorid
Aminoplasmal E

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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AZ Rivierenland
Anesthesiology
Boom, Belgium
UZ Brussel
Anesthesiology
Ganshoren, Belgium
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

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