Scientists hunt for clues to chronic pain after surgery in tiny blood molecules
NCT ID NCT06418295
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study looks at why some people develop chronic pain after chest surgery. Researchers will collect blood samples from 60 patients before and after surgery to measure certain molecules (cytokines) and check if changes in gene activity (epigenetics) are linked to long-term pain. The goal is to gather initial data for larger studies, not to test a new treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could point toward ways to predict or prevent chronic pain after surgery by targeting specific cytokines or epigenetic changes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early pilot study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is designed to gather information, not to test a treatment.
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