Gene test may unlock hypnosis power for pain relief
NCT ID NCT04624880
First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 15, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a genetic marker called COMT can predict how well a person responds to hypnosis for pain after surgery. Researchers tested a new, faster method to read this gene from saliva or blood samples. The goal is to one day use a simple genetic test to personalize pain management and reduce the need for opioids.
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Stanford University/Stanford Healthcare
Palo Alto, California, 94305, United States
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