Painkiller cocktail tested for ACL surgery – study cut short
NCT ID NCT03643822
First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study aimed to see if adding dexamethasone, dexmedetomidine, or both to a standard leg nerve block could reduce pain and the need for opioids after ACL repair. Only 3 people took part before the study was stopped early. The results are too limited to draw any firm conclusions.
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Women's College Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, M5S 1B2, Canada
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