Brain wave monitor may reveal hidden pain during surgery
NCT ID NCT06811701
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study with 120 adults undergoing brain surgery tested whether brain wave patterns and vital signs like blood pressure can show pain from skull pin fixation. Researchers compared three pain management methods: a scalp nerve block, IV opioids, and a local anesthetic injection at the pin site. The goal was to see which method best controls pain and reduces opioid use, using brain wave monitoring as a guide.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better monitor and manage pain during brain surgery using brain wave analysis.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures responses, so it won't directly improve pain management yet.
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University of Health Sciences Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)