Could a gentler steroid taper after brain surgery reduce nasty side effects?

NCT ID NCT06132685

First seen Feb 15, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study looks at whether slowly lowering the dose of the steroid dexamethasone after brain tumor surgery can reduce side effects like high blood sugar and slow wound healing. About 200 adults with certain brain tumors will be randomly assigned to either a standard steroid taper or a slower one. The goal is to see if the slower taper keeps swelling down while causing fewer problems.

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Locations

  • Emory University Hospital/Winship Cancer Institute

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    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States

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