Spine surgery pain breakthrough: two drugs face off in new trial

NCT ID NCT07180940

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study compares two medications, dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine, when added to a standard nerve block for pain after lower back surgery. The goal is to see which one reduces the need for strong painkillers (opioids) more effectively. 150 adults scheduled for elective lumbar spine surgery will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Poznan University of Medical Sciences

    RECRUITING

    Poznan, 62-701, Poland

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