Ultrasound Guided Modified Thoracoabdominal Nerve Block Through Perichondrial Approach (M-TAPA) Versus Quadratus Lumborum Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Ultrasound Guided Modified Thoracoabdominal Nerve Block Through Perichondrial Approach (M-TAPA) Versus Quadratus Lumborum Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

This study aims to compare the efficacy of using Ultrasound guided modified thoracoabdominal nerve block through perichondrial approach (M-TAPA) versus quadratus lumborum block for postoperative analgesia in laparoscopic cholecystectomy under general anesthesia.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adult patients aging ≥ 21 years to ≤ 70 of both sexes.
• Patients undergoing Laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgeries.
• ASA physical status classes I - II.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient's refusal of procedure or participation in the study.
• ASA classes III or above.
• Coagulopathy and bleeding disorders.
• Evidence of Local skin infections at site of injection.
• Body mass index >40kg/m2
• A history of relevant local anesthetic allergy.