New nerve block could slash opioid use in heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07315308
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests if a numbing injection near the breastbone, given before heart surgery, can lower the amount of strong painkillers (opioids) needed during the operation. The goal is to reduce side effects like nausea and slow breathing. The study will include 80 adults having planned heart surgery through a chest incision.
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Locations
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Gaziantep Sehir Hastanesi
RECRUITINGGaziantep, Sahinbey, Turkey (Türkiye)
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