Nerve blocks may help heart surgery patients breathe easier after operation
NCT ID NCT05958823
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether two types of nerve blocks (SAP and PECS) can reduce pain and shorten the time patients need a breathing tube after heart bypass surgery. 243 adults undergoing open heart surgery received either a nerve block or standard pain medication. Researchers measured pain scores, opioid use, and recovery times to see which approach works best.
What this could mean
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Active substance
nerve blocks (serratus anterior plane block and pectoral nerve blocks I-II)
What this could lead to
If effective, these nerve blocks could become a standard way to reduce pain and speed recovery after heart surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet published. Nerve blocks carry small risks like bleeding or infection, and may not work better than standard painkillers.
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Van Yuzuncu Yil University
Van, Turkey, 65100, Turkey (Türkiye)