Easing thoracotomy pain with two different drugs
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Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial compares two drugs added to a standard numbing medicine to see which works better for pain relief after chest surgery (thoracotomy). It may help find a way to reduce pain more effectively.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 65 years old
- Have a diagnosis of cancer and be scheduled for chest surgery through a large incision (thoracotomy)
- Have a body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 30
- Be in good enough health to be classified as ASA I, II, or III (a standard rating of overall health)
- Not have any allergy to the drugs used in the trial
- Not have a low platelet count or a bleeding problem
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