Ultrasound Guided Rectus Sheath Block Versus Intrathecal Morphine for Postoperative Analgesia in Patients Undergoing Open Total Abdominal Hysterectomy

Launched by AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY · Feb 15, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at two different ways to manage pain after surgery for women undergoing an open total abdominal hysterectomy, which is a surgery to remove the uterus. The researchers want to see if using an ultrasound-guided rectus sheath block, which is a type of nerve block that helps numb the area, is as effective and safe as giving morphine directly into the spinal area (intrathecal morphine) for pain relief after the surgery.

To participate in the study, women aged 18 to 65 who are in good health (ASA physical status I-II) and scheduled for this specific surgery may be eligible. However, those with certain health issues, allergies to local anesthetics, or conditions that could affect pain measurement won't qualify. If you decide to join, you can expect to receive one of the two pain management methods and will be monitored for safety and effectiveness. The trial is currently recruiting participants, so it's a great opportunity to contribute to important research on pain management after surgery.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age: 18 - 65 years old.
• • American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status (I -II).
• • Patients undergoing open total abdominal hysterectomy.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Hepatic, renal, or cardiac disease.
• • Any known allergy to local anesthetic.
• • Physical or mental conditions which may vague measuring postoperative pain following surgery.
• • History of chronic use of analgesic as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or central nervous system (CNS) depressants as antiepileptic, and bleeding disorders.