Could a neck injection stop Post-Surgery heart flutters?
NCT ID NCT06271707
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a left-sided stellate ganglion block using bupivacaine can lower the rate of atrial fibrillation after esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, or lobectomy. 48 adults aged 18-85 undergoing these surgeries will receive either the nerve block or a saline placebo. The main goal is to see if the block reduces atrial fibrillation in the first week 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
bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple injection to prevent a common heart rhythm problem after major chest surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 48 people, so results may not be conclusive. The nerve block itself carries rare risks like bleeding or nerve damage.
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University of Minnesota
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States
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