Which spinal drug gets you home faster after anal surgery?
NCT ID NCT07156968
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding fentanyl or dexmedetomidine to a standard spinal anesthetic (prilocaine) could shorten recovery time for people having day-case anal surgery. 159 adults participated. Researchers measured how quickly sensation returned and when patients were ready to go home. The goal is to find the best drug combination for a smoother, faster recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- bupivacaine-fentanyl and prilocaine-dexmedetomidine
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors choose the best spinal drug combination to speed up recovery and discharge after minor anal surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with no phase designation, so results may not apply broadly. The drugs carry risks like urinary retention or allergic reactions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Medicine Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
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