A Case of Liver Trauma With a Blunt Regional Anesthesia Needle While Performing Transversus Abdominis Plane Block

Laparoscopic-Assisted Transversus Abdominis Plane Block for Postoperative Pain Control in Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial

“…Because the block is given under laparoscopic visualization, we avoid the peritoneal puncuture or organ damage reported with other techniques. 32,33 Trials have used ultrasound to administer TAP blocks to possibly allow for better localization or safety. [11][12][13]20,31,34 However, no randomized controlled studies to date have compared various TAP block techniques and their effect on efficacy or safety.…”

Transversus abdominis plane block reduces postoperative pain intensity and analgesic consumption in elective cesarean delivery under general anesthesia

“…However, there are a few hypotheses about the potential side-effects of this block. In one report, the TAP block led to hepatic trauma [20]. Colon puncture or hematoma formation in the injection site is another theoretical side-effect of this block [21].…”

Efficacy of transverse abdominis plane block in reduction of postoperation pain in laparoscopic cholecystectomy

“…28 In one report, TAP block led to hepatic trauma. 29 Colon puncture or hematoma formation are other potential side effects of TAP block. 30 In conclusion, a bilateral TAP block with 0.5% bupivacaine decreases postlaparoscopic cholecystectomy pain and analgesic consumption.…”