Can a drug in the breathing tube stop Post-Surgery sore throat?
Symptom relief
Completed
This study tested whether adding dexmedetomidine or alkalinized lidocaine to the breathing tube cuff could prevent sore throat after long surgery where patients lie face down. Only 4 adults having spine surgery took part. Researchers checked for sore throat, hoarseness, and cough…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Prince Sultan Military Medical City • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC