Nerve block for reducing pain after mastectomy
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks to see which is better at preventing long-term pain after breast cancer surgery. If you are scheduled for a mastectomy, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You are a woman having surgery on one breast.
- You are in good enough health to be classified as ASA II or III.
- You have no infection in your body (sepsis).
- You are not allergic to numbing medicines like lidocaine.
- You have not had prior surgery on your shoulder, collarbone, or armpit area.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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