TAP Versus Thoracic Epidural in Major Abdominal Resections
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2016-08-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare two standard methods of pain control management used
at Spectrum Health for patients undergoing major surgery. The two methods being compared are
the thoracic epidural and the TAP block. The thoracic epidural method involves medication
being given through a patient's back and the TAP block involves medication being given
through a patient's abdomen (belly). The investigators will compare side effects experienced
by the patients that take part in this study, including a change in blood pressure, as well
as the patients' opinions about their pain management experience after surgery.