Which painkiller strategy stops chronic pain after open heart surgery?
NCT ID NCT07257744
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study watches 90 adults having open heart surgery to compare three standard pain relief methods: IV drugs, an epidural, or a nerve block. The main goal is to see which method best prevents chronic pain 3 months later. Researchers will also track pain levels, recovery speed, and complications. No new treatments are being tested—just observing routine care.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Karadeniz Technical University Farabi Hospital
RECRUITINGTrabzon, Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)
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