TAP Block Timing Study
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-65
SponsorWeill Medical College of Cornell University
This study investigates whether administering TAP blocks pre-incision provides superior postoperative pain control and reduces opioid use along with other medications compared to post-incision administration in patients undergoing elective abdominal surgeries.
Adults aged between 18 and 65 years
Scheduled for elective bariatric surgery or other elective general abdominal surgeries
Proficient in English sufficient to understand study procedures and communicate effectively
Capable of providing informed consent
Individuals under 18 years of age (minors)
Pregnant individuals
Prisoners
Individuals with cognitive impairments or otherwise unable to provide informed consent independently