Nerve block combo calms brain injury storms

NCT ID NCT06354673

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

Summary

This study tested a nerve block (stellate ganglion block) combined with either dexmedetomidine or low-dose ketamine to treat 'neurostorm' — a dangerous overreaction of the body's stress system after a traumatic brain injury. The goal was to calm symptoms like high blood pressure, fast heart rate, and fever, and to see if patients could recover faster. 205 critically ill adults took part, and researchers compared how quickly symptoms went away and how long patients stayed in the ICU.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

traumatic brain injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Zagazig university

    Zagazig, Egypt