Nerve block may cut opioid use after cleft palate repair
NCT ID NCT03632044
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a nerve block placed in the face can reduce pain and the need for strong opioid drugs after cleft palate surgery in children. The goal is to help kids start eating and drinking sooner and go home faster. The study involves 40 children having cleft palate repair.
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UF Health
Gainesville, Florida, 32610-3003, United States
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