Could a simple nerve block cut opioid use after heart surgery?
NCT ID NCT06077422
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a nerve block given before heart surgery can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers afterward. About 150 adults having heart surgery will receive either a long-acting or standard form of the numbing drug bupivacaine via ultrasound-guided injection. Researchers will track how much opioid medication patients need in the first five days after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine (as liposomal or standard injection)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a better way to manage pain after heart surgery, reducing the need for strong opioids.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply to all patients. The nerve block may not provide significant benefit over standard care.
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Locations
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Rutgers RWJMS
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08903, United States