Numbing shot through the nose could soothe sore throats after surgery
NCT ID NCT07370129
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a numbing medicine (lidocaine) applied to a nerve cluster in the nose can reduce pain after tonsillectomy. Twenty-eight patients will receive either lidocaine or a placebo before surgery. Researchers will track pain levels, painkiller use, and recovery for 14 days after the operation.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- lidocaine
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple way to ease pain after tonsillectomy and reduce the need for strong painkillers.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 28 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the block might not work better than placebo.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara University
Ankara, Ankara, 06180, Turkey (Türkiye)
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