New pain block combo aims to cut opioid use in heart surgery patients
NCT ID NCT07599748
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares three pain management approaches for 120 adults undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery: standard painkillers alone, standard plus a parasternal nerve block, or standard plus both parasternal and adductor canal blocks. The goal is to see if adding these nerve blocks reduces opioid use and improves recovery. Participants will be followed for 72 hours after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
parasternal block and adductor canal block (nerve blocks with local anesthetic)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better pain control and less opioid use after heart bypass surgery, helping patients recover more comfortably.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial that hasn't started recruiting yet. The nerve blocks may not provide significant extra pain relief, and there are always risks like infection or bleeding from the injections.
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Zonguladk Bulent ecevit University
Zonguldak, Turkey (Türkiye)