Gene test may take guesswork out of Post-Surgery pain relief

NCT ID NCT05548660

First seen Apr 11, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a genetic test can help doctors choose the best pain medicine for women after gynecologic surgery. 112 women were randomly assigned to have their painkiller choice guided by a genetic test or to receive standard care. The goal was to see if using genetic information could improve pain control and reduce side effects.

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Locations

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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