Randomized trial evaluates effects of TAP block on pain and recovery in women after cesarean delivery, suggesting improved outcomes.
Key Points
To evaluate the effects of transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block on postoperative pain, maternal self-efficacy, and recovery after cesarean delivery.
Randomized controlled trial with 128 women undergoing elective cesarean delivery under spinal anesthesia.
Women received either TAP block (20 mL of 0.25% bupivacaine) or standard analgesia.
Maternal self-efficacy and other outcomes were assessed at 48 hours postpartum.
TAP block group reported significantly lower pain scores (P < 0.05) and reduced rescue analgesic requirements.
Participants in the TAP block group had earlier breastfeeding (P < 0.05) and mobilization times compared to standard analgesia.
Higher maternal self-efficacy scores and shorter hospital stays were noted with TAP block (P < 0.05).