Numbing shot through the nose could soothe sore throats after surgery

NCT ID NCT07370129

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

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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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OPIOID CONSUMPTION POST OPERATIVE ANALGESIA POST TONSILLECTOMY PAIN SPHENOPALATINE GANGLION BLOCK TONSILLAR SURGERY COMPLICATIONS

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Ankara University

Ankara, Ankara, 06180, Turkey (Türkiye)