Ear zap during breast surgery may ease Post-Op blues

NCT ID NCT07458646

First seen Mar 24, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tests a simple, non-invasive ear stimulation (taVNS) given during breast cancer surgery to see if it can lower anxiety, depression, pain, and nausea after the operation. About 232 adults having breast cancer surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either real or sham stimulation. The goal is to improve emotional recovery without extra medication.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital

    Beijing, China

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  • First Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China.

    Beijing, China

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