Comparison Study of Transversus Abdominal Plane, Paravertebral and Epidural Blocks in Laparoscopic Colectomy
Status:
Terminated
Trial end date:
2015-03-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of transversus abdominal plane (TAP)
block, thoracic epidural or paravertebral block (PVB) for controlling postoperative pain when
compared with opioid you self-administer in your vein using a PCA device. The primary outcome
will be postoperative opioid consumption within 24 hours after surgery. A total of 120
subjects will be randomized in a 1:1:1:1 ratio to receive a TAP block, PVB, TEA or no block
(PCA alone).Patients in all groups will be cared for using an established enhanced recovery
after surgery (ERAS) pathway incorporating a multimodal analgesic regimen using IV
acetaminophen and postoperative PCA fentanyl.