Can a simple nebulizer spray stop nose bleeds during surgery?

NCT ID NCT04905901

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether inhaling tranexamic acid before sinus surgery reduces bleeding during the operation. 90 adults having sinus surgery were randomly given either the drug or a placebo. The goal was to see if the drug improves the surgical field and reduces complications.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

tranexamic acid

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a simple, safe way to reduce bleeding during sinus surgery, making the procedure easier for surgeons and safer for patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with 90 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. There is also a risk of side effects like nausea or visual disturbances.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Epistaxis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Assuit

    Asyut, Assuit, Assuit universi, Egypt