Postoperative Pain study: Bupivacain vs Saline
Official title QL Block in Laparoscopic Myomectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05979493
What this study is testing
What is Bupivacain?
An investigational local anesthetic injection being studied to reduce postoperative pain after myomectomy.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see whether a quadratus lumborum (QL) block lowers pain after a myomectomy. It compares patients who get the block with those who do not.
- Who it's for
- Women who will have a myomectomy to remove uterine fibroids.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive standard anesthesia and pain care. Some will also get a QL block, a temporary anesthetic injection in the lower back muscle. They will be randomly assigned to receive or not receive the block.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts for the duration of the surgery and recovery period, with follow‑up visits as needed to monitor pain and recovery.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 45, women only
You may be able to join if
- Presence of uterine fibroids requiring surgical excision with preservation of the uterus
- Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
You likely can't join if
- Pre-existing diagnoses of anxiety or depression
- Pre-existing coagulopathies
- Pre-existing neuropathic or chronic pelvic pain
- Chronic opioid use
- Illiteracy due to inability to read and understand plain questionnaire
- Non-English speaking
See the full eligibility criteria
- Presence of uterine fibroids requiring surgical excision with preservation of the uterus
- Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
- Pre-existing diagnoses of anxiety or depression
- Pre-existing coagulopathies
- Pre-existing neuropathic or chronic pelvic pain
- Chronic opioid use
- Illiteracy due to inability to read and understand plain questionnaire
- Non-English speaking
- BMI \>38
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Beachwood, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Beachwood, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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