POSTOPERATIVE CARE

This study tests if a non-invasive device that stimulates a nerve in the ear can lower inflammation and pain after major spine surgery. Researchers will measure inflammatory markers and pain scores in 50 adults undergoing long-segment spinal fusion. The goal is to see if this sim…

This study tests whether a combination of two sedative drugs, dexmedetomidine and esketamine, can reduce the risk of delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults (60+) after surgery in the intensive care unit (ICU). Delirium is common in the ICU and can lead to worse outcomes. The…

This study looks at whether adding simple sensory and mental activities—like listening to music, gentle touch, or solving puzzles—can help adults recover after heart surgery in the intensive care unit (ICU). About 125 patients will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: stan…

This study tests if a Chinese herbal nasal rinse can help people recover after sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis. About 80 adults who have had sinus surgery will use the herbal rinse or a placebo for two months. The goal is to see if it improves symptoms and quality of life wit…

This study compares methadone (a long-acting opioid) to standard short-acting opioids like fentanyl for pain relief after cleft palate repair in children aged 6 months to 4 years. The goal is to see if methadone reduces the total amount of pain medicine needed. The trial is curre…

This study uses computer algorithms to predict how long spinal anesthesia lasts in people having knee replacement surgery. Researchers will collect data from 140 patients to train machine learning models. The goal is to help doctors plan better care and improve patient recovery a…