New pain block could cut opioid use after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07259824
First seen Dec 15, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tested whether a special nerve block, called the serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block, can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after minimally invasive heart surgery. Fifty adults were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block plus standard care or standard care alone. Researchers measured total opioid use in the first 24 hours after surgery, along with pain scores and recovery speed.
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Ankara Bilkent City Hospital
Ankara, 06800, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If effective, this nerve block could become a standard way to reduce pain and opioid use after minimally invasive heart surgery, helping patients recover more comfortably.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with only 50 participants. The results may not apply to all patients or surgeries, and the block carries small risks like bleeding or infection.
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