Nerve block or lidocaine drip: which eases breast cancer surgery pain better?

NCT ID NCT07108959

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Alexandria University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compared two ways to manage pain during breast cancer surgery: a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) and a lidocaine drip given through a vein. Researchers measured inflammation markers and pain levels in 40 women undergoing surgery. The goal was to see which method better reduces inflammation and improves recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: lidocaine infusion and erector spinae plane block (nerve block procedure)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a better way to manage pain and inflammation during breast cancer surgery, potentially improving recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The findings are preliminary and need confirmation in larger trials.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BREAST CANCER ESPB LIDOCAINE INFUSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Faculty of Medicine , Alexandria University

Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, 21526, Egypt

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