New pain block may stop chronic ache after heart surgery

NCT ID NCT05920967

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 562 adults having minimally invasive heart surgery to see if adding a long-acting steroid (dexamethasone palmitate) to a nerve block could prevent chronic pain better than a standard steroid. Participants received a one-time injection followed by a continuous pain pump. The goal was to reduce pain that lasts months after surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Xijing Hospital

    Xi'an, 710032, China