Caudal Epidural Vs. TAP Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric Infraumbilical Surgery: a RCT
Launched by NAMIK KEMAL UNIVERSITY · Mar 19, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of May 09, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Postoperative pain management in pediatric patients is a challenge due to difficulties in pain assessment and concerns about opioid-related adverse effects. While caudal epidural block has traditionally been the standard of care for infraumbilical pediatric surgeries, ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block has emerged as a promising alternative with the potential for longer-lasting analgesia and fewer motor block complications.
This randomized controlled trial was conducted at Tekirdağ Namık Kemal University Hospital between December 2022 and December 2023. A total of 60...
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Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Pediatric patients aged 1 to 7 years.
- • ASA Physical Status I-II.
- • Undergoing infraumbilical abdominal surgery (e.g., hernia repair, orchiopexy, circumcision).
- • Parental written informed consent obtained.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- * Contraindications to regional anesthesia, such as:
- • Coagulopathy or bleeding disorders.
- • Local infection at the injection site.
- • Known allergy to local anesthetics.
- • Neurological conditions (e.g., degenerative neuropathy, brain tumors, increased intracranial pressure).
- • Intellectual disabilities affecting pain assessment.
- • Chronic pain conditions or opioid use before surgery.
- • Parental refusal to participate in the study.
About Namik Kemal University
Namik Kemal University is a leading academic institution dedicated to advancing research and education in the health sciences. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, the university actively sponsors clinical trials aimed at enhancing patient care and developing new therapeutic approaches. Leveraging its state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced researchers, Namik Kemal University fosters collaborative partnerships that drive scientific discovery and contribute to the body of knowledge in clinical medicine. Through its rigorous research programs, the university aims to improve health outcomes and address pressing medical challenges, making a significant impact on both local and global health communities.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Tekirdağ, , Turkey
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Onur Baran
Study Chair
Namik Kemal University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported