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New pain block could cut opioid use after lung transplants

NCT ID NCT07641647

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a long-acting form of the numbing drug bupivacaine (liposomal bupivacaine) can reduce pain and the need for strong opioid painkillers after lung transplant surgery. 88 adults receiving a double lung transplant will get an intercostal nerve block either with or without the liposomal version. Researchers will measure pain scores and opioid use for 72 hours after surgery.

What this could mean

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Active substance
liposomal bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide better pain relief and reduce the need for opioids after lung transplant surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (88 people) testing a pain management technique, not a cure. The benefit may be modest or not statistically significant.

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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

About 88 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jul 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with end-stage lung disease undergoing bilateral lung transplantation; Age \>18 years; Expected discontinuation of mechanical ventilation within 48 hours after surgery; The patient or legally authorized representative signs the informed consent form and agrees to participate in the study and follow-up. Exclusion Criteria: * Body mass index ≤18 kg/m² or ≥35 kg/m²; Allergy or contraindication to local anesthetics; Preoperative tracheal intubation or requirement for extracorporeal life support; Expected use of other types of nerve block; Active systemic infection or infection at the planned block site; Severe hepatic insufficiency; Severe renal impairment; Chronic pain, neuropathic pain, long-term use of analgesics, or use of other psychotropic medications; Preoperative cognitive impairment, cerebrovascular disease, or history of psychiatric disorders; Severe coagulation dysfunction; Concomitant surgery during the same operative session; Pregnant or breastfeeding women.

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Conditions

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Locations

  • The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University anesthesiology department

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China

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