Throat numb shot may soothe vocal cord surgery recovery
NCT ID NCT06734975
First seen Jan 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tests whether a numbing injection (nerve block) given during vocal cord surgery can reduce pain, coughing, and improve voice recovery afterward. About 28 adults with benign vocal cord growths will receive either the numbing medicine or a saltwater placebo. Researchers will track pain scores, cough severity, and voice quality in the days after surgery.
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Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
RECRUITINGNewark, New Jersey, 07103, United States
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What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine and triamcinolone acetonide
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple way to reduce pain and coughing after vocal cord surgery, helping patients recover more comfortably.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-phase trial with only 28 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The injection itself carries minor risks like bleeding or infection.
Conditions
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