New pain block after heart surgery may cut morphine use and chronic pain
NCT ID NCT05885230
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two ways to manage pain after heart surgery: an ultrasound-guided nerve block using bupivacaine, or a continuous lidocaine infusion. It involves 138 adults undergoing planned heart surgery. The goal is to see which method reduces morphine use in the first 24 hours and lowers the chance of long-term pain.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine and lidocaine
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a better way to manage pain after heart surgery, potentially reducing the need for morphine and lowering the risk of chronic pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 138 participants. Results may not apply to all heart surgery patients, and both methods carry risks like allergic reactions or nerve damage.
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Benisuef University Hospital
RECRUITINGBanī Suwayf, e\EYGPT, Egypt
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