Numbing shot may ease pain after breast removal

NCT ID NCT03023007

First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a special numbing injection called PECS, given during mastectomy (breast removal surgery), can lower the chance of having chronic pain 6 months later. 194 women with breast cancer took part. The goal was to see if this simple pain-blocking technique could make recovery better and reduce long-term discomfort.

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Locations

  • Centre Oscar Lambret

    Lille, 59020, France

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