Could a ketamine injection during jaw surgery cut Post-Op pain?
NCT ID NCT07066306
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether injecting a low dose of ketamine directly into the jaw during surgery can reduce pain, swelling, and nausea afterward. Forty adults having corrective jaw surgery will receive either ketamine plus standard anesthetic or standard anesthetic alone. Researchers will measure pain scores, swelling, and the need for extra pain medicine over the first week.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ketamine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple way to reduce pain and swelling after jaw surgery without strong side effects.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 people, so results may not apply widely. Ketamine can cause side effects like dizziness or nausea.
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Locations
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Bezmialem Vakıf Universty
Istanbul, Fatih, 34093, Turkey (Türkiye)