Nerve block slashes opioid need after breast cancer surgery
NCT ID NCT04343807
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether an ultrasound-guided PECS nerve block could reduce opioid use and improve pain control in 70 women undergoing breast cancer surgery. Participants received either the nerve block or standard care. The goal was to see if the block leads to less pain, less need for strong painkillers, and higher patient satisfaction after surgery.
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Aga Khan University Hospital
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
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