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Breathing in relief: could a simple mist cut Post-Surgery throat pain in kids?

NCT ID NCT07780760

Symptom relief Sponsor: Fayoum University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether giving children a nebulized (mist) form of dexmedetomidine before tonsillectomy reduces sore throat after surgery, compared to nebulized lidocaine. The study includes children aged 3 to 15 who are scheduled for elective tonsillectomy. Researchers will measure how many children experience sore throat and how severe it is, especially at the fourth hour after surgery. The goal is to find a better way to manage post-operative pain in young patients.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Nebulized dexmedetomidine (1 mcg/kg) compared to nebulized lidocaine 2% (1 mg/kg)
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a simple, non-invasive way to reduce post-tonsillectomy sore throat in children, improving comfort and recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial, and results may not apply broadly. Both drugs carry risks like allergic reactions or cardiovascular effects, and the comparison may not show a clear winner.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 70 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Feb 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 15 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: Childern between 3:15 years old * American Society of Anesthesiologists(ASA) Physical Status I or II * Elective Tonsillectomy Exclusion Criteria: * Parents refusal * Presence of preoperative sore throat * Known allergy to the study drug * History of upper respiratory tract infection 2 weeks prior to surgery * Mental retardation or inability to communicate * Significant Cardiovascular disease as Heart Block * Post Tonsillectomy bleeding

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pharyngitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Dexmedetomidine analgesia Sore throat Tonsillectomy

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fayoum university Hospitl

    RECRUITING

    Al Fayyum, Egypt

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