Nerve block could cut opioid use after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT06233318
First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a nerve block with the anesthetic ropivacaine can reduce pain and the need for opioids after open heart surgery. Adults undergoing primary heart surgery with a sternotomy are randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block or a placebo, in addition to standard pain medication. The trial measures pain scores, opioid use, nausea, and patient satisfaction up to 90 days after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ropivacaine
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this nerve block could become a standard part of pain management after open heart surgery, reducing opioid use and improving recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, so results may not apply to all patients. The nerve block may not significantly reduce pain or opioid use, and there are risks like infection or bleeding at the injection site.
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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
RECRUITINGColumbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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