TOTEM: Trial of TAP Block Effective Medications

TOTEM: Trial of TAP Block Effective Medications

Our goal is to determine if liposomal bupivacaine compared to standard bupivacaine results in increased pain control and decreased narcotic pain medication use when used in TAP blocks prior to laparoscopic hysterectomies for benign indications.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women undergoing non robotic assisted laparoscopic surgery for benign gynecologic conditions
• English speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• Known current malignancy
• Contraindication to medications