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Why do cancer patients fear painkillers after surgery? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06536283

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looks at why adults with cancer may fear taking opioid pain medication after surgery. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure barriers, fears, and medication adherence in 50 patients. The goal is to learn more about these concerns to improve pain management after hospital discharge.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors better understand why patients fear opioids after cancer surgery, leading to improved pain management strategies.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It uses questionnaires, not a treatment, so it won't directly change patient care.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 50 people

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

Started

Sep 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adult patient with cancer admitted for cancer-related surgery 2. inpatient surgical hospital stay lasting at least 23 hours 3. discharged home with a prescription for opioid analgesics 4. able to read, speak, and consent in English. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Age less than 18 years 2. not discharged with a prescription for opioid analgesia to manage pain 3. individuals for whom there is documentation of inability to provide consent in the medical record.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer nosophobia

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Opiophobia

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Univerisity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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