Could a simple drug addition ease knee replacement pain?

NCT ID NCT07176065

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tests whether adding dexmedetomidine to a standard painkiller (ropivacaine) can improve pain control after total knee replacement. Many patients still have moderate to severe pain after surgery despite current treatments. Sixty adults having knee replacement will be randomly assigned to receive either the standard painkiller alone or with dexmedetomidine. Researchers will track pain scores, opioid use, and recovery for 24 hours after surgery to see if the combination is more effective and safer.

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  • Universiti Malaya Medical Centre

    Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, 59100, Malaysia

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