Rectus Sheath Block Versus Transversus Abdominis Plane Block for Analgesia in Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the analgesic efficacy of rectus sheath block (RSB) and transversus abdominis plane block (TAPB) in patients undergoing laparoscopic bariatric surgery. Both techniques are regional anesthesia methods used as part of multimodal analgesia to reduce postoperative pain and opioid requirements. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a RSB or a TAPB after general anesthesia. Postoperative pain scores, opioid consumption, recovery outcomes, area of sensory loss, time to first rescue analgesia, and block-related adverse events will be assessed and compared between the two groups. This study will help determine which regional anesthesia technique provides more effective postoperative analgesia for laparoscopic bariatric surgery