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Could a simple sedative make lung surgery less painful?

NCT ID NCT05863416

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether giving the sedative dexmedetomidine during lung surgery (without a breathing tube) can reduce coughing and pain. 144 adults took part. Researchers measured cough severity and the need for other painkillers. The goal is to make recovery smoother and more comfortable.

What this could mean

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Active substance
dexmedetomidine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to reduce coughing and pain during lung surgery without needing a breathing tube.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study. The drug may cause side effects like low blood pressure or slow heart rate, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Participants

144 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2024

Finished

Mar 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score of I-III patients receiving video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Age \< 18 or \> 80 years * ASA classifications \> III * Pregnancy * Known allergies to any drugs used in the study * Emergency surgery * Patient refusal * Chronic pain history

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tri-Service General Hospital

    Taipei, 114, Taiwan

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