Could sedation make thyroid ablation painless?

NCT ID NCT07235605

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Suez University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether giving patients sedation drugs during microwave ablation of benign thyroid nodules reduces pain better than local numbing injections. 52 adults will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The goal is to find a more comfortable experience for this common procedure.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

sedation drugs (dexmedetomidine, fentanyl, ketamine, propofol) vs. lidocaine

What this could lead to

If sedation works better, it could make the procedure pain-free and more comfortable for patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 52 people. Sedation carries risks like breathing problems, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

benign thyroid gland neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BENIGN THYROID NODULE

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