Could a single spray of anesthetic ease chest tube pain after lung surgery?
NCT ID NCT07294755
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether spraying a local anesthetic into the chest cavity after lung surgery can reduce pain from drainage tubes. 300 adults having keyhole lung surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either one of two anesthetic sprays or a placebo. Pain levels, sleep quality, and side effects will be tracked for three days after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
ropivacaine and tetracaine (local anesthetics)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, single-dose way to ease severe pain from chest tubes after lung surgery, reducing the need for stronger painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage, single-center study. The effect may be small or short-lived, and there is a risk of side effects from the anesthetics, such as allergic reactions or nerve issues.
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