U.S., May 2 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06953635) titled 'Quadratus Lumborum Versus Placebo in Open Ventral Hernia Repair' on Jan. 24.
Brief Summary: The purpose of this study is to determine whether using a QL block is better than placebo (a look-alike substance that contains no drug) in lowering the amount of opioids you need for pain relief in the first 24 hours and if it improves your recovery following a ventral hernia repair.
Participants will be asked to complete a questionnaire before surgery and again at their 30-day follow up. You will also be asked to complete a pain diary 24 hours after surgery and attend a follow-up visit approximately 30 days after surgery.
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