New pain block could cut opioid use after lung surgery
NCT ID NCT07441902
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a long-lasting numbing drug (liposomal bupivacaine) combined with a standard numbing drug can improve pain control after lung surgery. About 134 adults having keyhole lung surgery will receive either the combination or standard care. The goal is to see if this approach reduces the need for rescue painkillers and improves recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
liposomal bupivacaine (a long-lasting numbing medicine) combined with regular bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a better way to manage pain after lung surgery, reducing the need for strong opioid painkillers and lowering the risk of chronic pain.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial. The long-acting numbing drug may not prove significantly better than standard care, and there is always a risk of side effects like nerve damage or allergic reaction.
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Beijing Tiantan Hospital
RECRUITINGBeijing, Beijing Municipality, 100070, China
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