New gel could make Kids' tonsil surgery recovery less painful

NCT ID NCT07188779

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether applying RADA16 hydrogel to the surgical site during tonsillectomy reduces pain and bleeding in children aged 3-17. Half the children will get the gel, half will not. Families will track symptoms via online surveys for 30 days after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

RADA16 hydrogel (a self-assembling peptide gel applied to the surgical site)

What this could lead to

If it works, this gel could become a standard way to reduce pain and bleeding after tonsillectomy in children, speeding recovery.

What could go wrong

This is a small Phase 2 trial, so results are preliminary. The gel may not significantly improve outcomes, and there is a risk of allergic reaction or infection.

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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

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Locations

  • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

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    Livingston, New Jersey, 07039, United States

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  • University Hospital

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    Newark, New Jersey, 07103, United States

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