Which pain catheter works best after surgery? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT02159560

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested whether multi-port epidural catheters provide better pain relief than single-port catheters after chest or upper abdomen surgery. 240 adults took part. The main goal was to see how often each type failed and required extra pain medicine or replacement.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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