Heart surgery patients may get safer pain relief with tailored methadone

NCT ID NCT05612399

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study aims to find the best way to use methadone for pain relief in adults over 60 having heart surgery. Researchers will use genetic information to personalize dosing, hoping to reduce side effects like nausea, breathing problems, and excessive sleepiness. The goal is to improve pain control while making recovery safer and more comfortable.

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  • UPMC Presbyterian Hospital

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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