New nerve block could spare teens from opioids after chest surgery
NCT ID NCT07288424
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new nerve block technique to control pain after NUSS surgery for teens with pectus excavatum. Seventeen adolescents received ultrasound-guided injections to numb the chest area, aiming to avoid opioid painkillers. Researchers measured pain scores over 72 hours to see if this approach could be a safe, effective alternative.
What this could mean
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Active substance
nerve block (ultrasound-guided bilateral transverse thoracic fascia block and intercostal nerve block with bupivacaine liposome)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a safe, opioid-free way to manage severe pain after chest surgery in teens, reducing opioid risks.
What could go wrong
This was a very small study (17 participants) with no comparison group, so results may not apply widely. The nerve block technique requires skill and may not work for everyone.
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Locations
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Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology
Wuhan, Hubei, 430030, China