STERNOTOMY

This study tested whether a specific nerve block (ITPB) could reduce pain after coronary artery bypass surgery. 76 adults were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block or a placebo injection before surgery. Researchers measured pain scores and painkiller use in the fir…

This study tested two ways to manage pain after heart surgery through the breastbone. 42 adults received either one nerve block or a combination of two blocks. The goal was to see which approach provided better pain relief and helped patients recover faster. The study is complete…

This study tested if a special stretchy tape, placed on the skin near the surgical cut, can reduce pain after heart bypass surgery. 195 adults who had planned heart surgery took part. Neither the patients nor the researchers knew who got real tape or a fake one. The goal was to s…

This study tracked 200 adults who had chest surgery (sternotomy) to see how many still had pain three months later. Researchers asked about pain levels and how it affected daily life. The goal was to learn how common long-term pain is and what might make it more likely.