Ketamine during surgery may ease Long-Term nerve pain
NCT ID NCT04933149
First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looks at whether giving ketamine during surgery can help reduce chronic nerve pain in people with brachial plexus injuries (nerve damage in the shoulder/arm area). About 100 adults scheduled for nerve repair surgery will be randomly assigned to receive ketamine or a placebo. Researchers will track pain levels and opioid use for one week after surgery to see if ketamine makes a difference.
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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