Nerve block slashes opioid need after breast surgery
NCT ID NCT04343807
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study tested whether a PECS nerve block, given before surgery, could lower the amount of opioids needed and improve pain control in women undergoing breast cancer surgery. Seventy women took part, and the approach aimed to reduce pain and increase satisfaction. The results help doctors manage post-surgery pain with fewer strong painkillers.
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Aga Khan University Hospital
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
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