Ketamine or magnesium: which eases Post-Surgery pain better?
NCT ID NCT07248358
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether ketamine or magnesium sulphate provides better pain relief after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 78 adults were randomly assigned to receive one of the two drugs right after surgery. Pain levels were measured over 24 hours. The goal is to find a more effective way to manage post-operative pain.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ketamine and magnesium sulphate
What this could lead to
If one drug works better, it could give doctors a simple, cheap option to reduce pain after gallbladder surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 78 patients. Results may not apply to everyone, and neither drug may prove clearly better.
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Locations
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Anesthesiology Department Liaquat National Hospital and Medical College
Karachi, Sindh, 78400, Pakistan