Could a simple nerve block transform heart surgery recovery?
NCT ID NCT07676487
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether injecting a local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion in the neck, guided by ultrasound, can improve how patients feel after heart surgery. The block temporarily calms part of the nervous system, which may reduce pain, improve sleep, and lower the risk of heart rhythm problems. The trial involves 250 adults having planned heart surgery with a heart-lung machine, comparing those who get the block plus standard anesthesia to those who get standard anesthesia alone. The main measure is a questionnaire about recovery quality 24 hours after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
local anesthetic (stellate ganglion block)
What this could lead to
If effective, this nerve block could become a standard part of heart surgery anesthesia to speed recovery and reduce complications.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-sized trial testing a technique not yet proven for heart surgery; results may not confirm benefit, and nerve blocks carry rare risks like bleeding or nerve injury.
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Chu Dijon Bourgogne
Dijon, France
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