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Comparative Study of Two Different Techniques to Perform TAP-blocks
NCT02571439 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The TAP is a space between the muscle layers of the abdominal wall that houses nerves supplying the abdominal skin. Injecting the local anesthetic ropivacaine into this space will block these nerves and prevent pain following c-section. The investigators will compare two different approaches to injecting the local anesthetic in this space. Conventionally, the block is done after surgery is completed and the abdomen is closed. The anesthesiologist introduces a needle through the abdominal wall skin under ultrasound guidance to reach the TAP space and the drug is injected. Since the TAP layer is one of the deeper layers of the abdominal (belly) wall and is closer to the inside of the abdomen than to the outside (skin), injecting from the inner aspect of the abdominal wall during the surgery is easier and quicker to perform than the conventional block and does not require ultrasound guidance as there is no risk of injury to abdominal organs like the liver. With this research the investigators attempt to prove that surgically administered TAP blocks take 25% less time to perform compared to the conventionally administered TAP block for post cesarean section pain relief. Surgical TAP blocks are also more cost-effective as in addition to reduced OR time, they are safer and do not require skilled operator and specialized equipment. Secondary outcomes will include total time spent in the Operating room, presence and severity of postoperative pain, time to first request for pain medication, total postoperative narcotic consumption in 48 hours after surgery and side effects.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Surgical TAP block
- PROCEDURE Conventional TAP block
- DRUG 0.5% ropivacaine
Study Locations (1)
New York
- Maimonides Medical Center — Brooklyn
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 41 participants |
| Start Date | 2014-10 |
| Est. Completion | 2015-08 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02571439
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02571439 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as Phase 4, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 41 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Maimonides Medical Center, which has 11 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with POSTOPERATIVE PAIN appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Surgical TAP block is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT02571439 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include New York. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02571439 about?
NCT02571439 is a clinical study titled "Comparative Study of Two Different Techniques to Perform TAP-blocks". The TAP is a space between the muscle layers of the abdominal wall that houses nerves supplying the abdominal skin. Injecting the local anesthetic ropivacaine into this space will block these nerves and prevent pain following c-section. The investigators will compare two different approaches to inje...
What is the current status of trial NCT02571439?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 41 participants. The study started on 2014-10. Estimated completion is 2015-08.
What conditions does trial NCT02571439 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: POSTOPERATIVE PAIN. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02571439?
The interventions under investigation include: Surgical TAP block (PROCEDURE), Conventional TAP block (PROCEDURE), 0.5% ropivacaine (DRUG). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02571439?
This trial is sponsored by Maimonides Medical Center, which has 11 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT02571439 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across New York. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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