Which painkiller is safer after lung surgery? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07434427
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two pain medicines given through a pump that patients control after lung surgery. About 200 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either buprenorphine or oxycodone for 48 hours after surgery. The goal is to see which drug provides better pain relief with fewer breathing problems and side effects.
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