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USG-TAP block
USG-TAP block is an ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane nerve block that provides regional anesthesia by infiltrating local anesthetic around the nerves supplying the abdominal wall.
USG-TAP block is an ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane nerve block that provides regional anesthesia by infiltrating local anesthetic around the nerves supplying the abdominal wall. Used for Perioperative analgesia for abdominal surgery, Postoperative pain management following abdominal procedures.
At a glance
| Generic name | USG-TAP block |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Caen |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Anesthesia/Pain Management |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
The TAP block targets the nerves (T6-L1) that run between the internal oblique and transversus abdominis muscles of the abdominal wall. By depositing local anesthetic in this plane under ultrasound guidance, it provides anesthesia and analgesia to the anterolateral abdominal wall. This technique is used to reduce pain and opioid requirements during and after abdominal surgery.
Approved indications
- Perioperative analgesia for abdominal surgery
- Postoperative pain management following abdominal procedures
Common side effects
- Local anesthetic toxicity
- Bowel or organ perforation
- Hematoma or bleeding
- Infection at injection site
Key clinical trials
- M-Tapa Block and Transversus Abdominal Plane Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Unilateral Open Inguinal Hernia Repair Surgery (NA)
- S-TAP vs RSB in Midline Abdominal Incision Laparotomy (NA)
- Comparison the Analgesic Efficacy of Ultrasonographic Bilateral TAP and Anesthetic Infiltration Into the Surgery Field for Laparoscopic Unilateral TEP Herniorrhaphy (NA)
- Comparison of Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Transversus Abdominis Plane Block (TAP) and Modified Thoracoabdominal Nerve Block (M-TAPA) (NA)
- Dexamethasone As Adjuvant for Pre - emptiveTransversusAbdominus Muscle Plane Block (NA)
- Effect of Transversus Abdominis Plan Block and Recto-Intercostal Fascial Plan Block in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (NA)
- The Effect of Tap Block in Pain Relief in Pediatric Patients
- Transversus Abdominis Plan (TAP) Block In Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
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| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |