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ESP Block vs. EXORA Block for Postoperative Pain in Nephrectomy

NCT07640282 · Status: RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 84

Last updated 2026-06-10

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Summary

The goal of this observational study is to learn about the effects of two pain control techniques used after laparoscopic nephrectomy (kidney removal surgery) in adults. The study will compare Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block and External Oblique Rectus Abdominis (EXORA) block, which are both used as part of routine medical care to help control pain after surgery.

The main questions it aims to answer are:

Do ESP block and EXORA block differ in how well they control pain after surgery? Do ESP block and EXORA block differ in their effects on recovery quality and the need for additional pain medication?

Researchers will compare participants who receive ESP block with participants who receive EXORA block as part of routine clinical care.

Participants will:

Undergo laparoscopic nephrectomy according to routine clinical practice. Receive either ESP block or EXORA block based on the treating anesthesiologist's usual clinical preference.

Complete a recovery questionnaire before surgery and 24 hours after surgery. Have pain scores, use of additional pain medication, nausea and vomiting, and other routine postoperative measurements recorded during the first 24 hours after surgery.

Conditions

  • Postoperative Pain
  • Nephrectomy

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Erector Spinae Plane Block

An ultrasound-guided Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block is performed under general anesthesia prior to extubation as part of routine clinical practice. After aseptic preparation, a linear ultrasound probe is placed over the T10 transverse process on the surgical side. The needle is advanced into the fascial plane between the erector spinae muscle and the transverse process. Following negative aspiration and confirmation of correct needle placement with hydrodissection, 30 mL of 0.25% bupivacaine is injected. The procedure is performed by anesthesiologists according to routine clinical practice without researcher involvement in clinical decision-making.

PROCEDURE

External Oblique Rectus Abdominis Block

An ultrasound-guided External Oblique Rectus Abdominis (EXORA) block is performed under general anesthesia prior to extubation as part of routine clinical practice. After aseptic preparation, a linear ultrasound probe is positioned in the parasternal sagittal plane lateral to the xiphoid process at the level of the 8th costal cartilage on the surgical side. The needle is advanced into the fascial plane between the rectus abdominis and external oblique muscles. Following negative aspiration and confirmation of correct needle placement with hydrodissection, 30 mL of 0.25% bupivacaine is injected. The procedure is performed by anesthesiologists according to routine clinical practice without researcher involvement in clinical decision-making.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital

    lead OTHER_GOV

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
80 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-06-30
Primary Completion
2029-08-31
Completion
2029-08-31

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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