Can a common numbing drug improve recovery after colon cancer surgery?

NCT ID NCT07432399

First seen Mar 09, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at whether giving lidocaine (a numbing medicine) or high-dose dexamethasone (a strong anti-inflammatory) during colon cancer surgery can help the immune system recover better afterward. About 100 adults having colon cancer surgery will be randomly assigned to receive one of these treatments or a placebo. The goal is to see which approach reduces inflammation and improves recovery, without needing long-term medication.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Institute of Oncology Ljubljana

    RECRUITING

    Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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