Could a drug combo make surgery safer? new trial tests blood pressure control

NCT ID NCT07659496

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This trial compares two ways to lower blood pressure on purpose during ear, nose, and throat surgery. One uses only remifentanil, a fast-acting opioid; the other adds nicardipine, a drug that widens blood vessels. The goal is to see which approach gives surgeons a clearer view and reduces bleeding, while keeping the heart and organs safe. About 60 adults having routine surgery will take part.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
remifentanil and nicardipine
What this could lead to
If one regimen proves better, it could lead to safer and more effective blood pressure control during surgery, improving outcomes for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study, so results may not apply to all patients. Both drugs have side effects like low blood pressure or slow heart rate.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dicle University

    Diyarbakır, Eyalet/Yerleşke, 21070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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