Could a common numbing drug speed up gallbladder surgery recovery?
NCT ID NCT07150481
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving lidocaine through an IV during gallbladder surgery can reduce inflammation and pain, and help the gut start working again sooner. 90 adults having planned laparoscopic gallbladder removal will be randomly assigned to receive either lidocaine or a placebo. The main goal is to see if lidocaine lowers C-reactive protein (a marker of inflammation) after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
lidocaine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce pain and inflammation after gallbladder surgery, helping patients recover faster.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial. Lidocaine may not significantly improve recovery, and there are risks like allergic reactions or side effects from the infusion.
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Assiut university main hospital
Asyut, Assiut Governorate, Egypt,, 71515, Egypt
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