Continuous Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) Blocks for Postoperative Pain Control after Hernia Surgery: A Randomized, Triple-Masked, Placebo-Controlled Study

摘要

BackgroundSingle-injection transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block provides postoperative analgesia and decreases supplemental analgesic requirements. However, there is currently no evidence from randomized, controlled studies investigating the possible benefits of continuous TAP blocks. Therefore, the aim of this randomized, triple-masked, placebo-controlled study was to determine if benefits are afforded by adding a multiple-day, ambulatory, continuous ropivacaine TAP block to a single-injection block following hernia surgery.