New pain block combo may speed heart surgery recovery
NCT ID NCT07304635
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding a second nerve block to a standard one can better control pain after heart surgery. Forty-two adults having elective heart surgery through a breastbone incision received either one or two nerve blocks. The goal was to see if the combination reduces pain, the need for extra painkillers, and the risk of confusion after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that adding a second nerve block provides better pain control and faster recovery after heart surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The added block may not improve pain or could increase risks.
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Locations
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Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
Ankara, 06230, Turkey (Türkiye)