Nerve freezing cuts opioid use after heart surgery?
NCT ID NCT06443931
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether freezing certain nerves in the chest (cryoablation) can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after minimally invasive mitral valve surgery. Thirty adults took part, and researchers measured pain levels and opioid use. The goal was to gather early data for a larger trial.
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Meshalkin Research Institute of Pathology of Circulation
Novosibirsk, 630055, Russia