Nerve blocks ease pain after keyhole heart surgery, study finds

NCT ID NCT06584981

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at whether special nerve blocks (PECS II, parasternal, and serratus plane blocks) can reduce pain after minimally invasive heart surgery (MIDCAB). Researchers reviewed records of 88 adults who had this surgery, comparing those who received the blocks to those who got standard pain medicine. The goal was to see if the blocks improve pain control and recovery.

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Locations

  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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