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Could a common steroid make kids' pain relief last longer after hand surgery?

NCT ID NCT05887778

Symptom relief Sponsor: Poznan University of Medical Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether giving dexamethasone before a nerve block can prolong pain relief after hand or wrist surgery in children. Ninety children were randomly assigned to receive a small dose, a large dose, or a placebo. The main goal was to see how long it took before they needed additional pain medication.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Dexamethasone
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide longer-lasting pain relief after pediatric hand/wrist surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers like opioids.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed Phase 4 trial with only 90 children. Results may not apply to all surgeries or ages, and dexamethasone can raise blood sugar or affect immunity.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Participants

90 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2023

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

3 months to 18 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * children scheduled for hand/wrist surgery * body weight \> 5kg Exclusion Criteria: * infection at the site of the regional blockade * coagulation disorders * immunodeficiency * ASA= or \>4 * steroid medication in regular use

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

disease Hand Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hand injuries and disorders Wrist disease

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Poznan University of Medical Sciences

    Poznan, Poland

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