Comparing two pain relievers for weight loss surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding dexmedetomidine or ketamine during bariatric surgery helps control pain better. It may help reduce the need for stronger pain medicines after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have a body mass index (BMI) over 35 and are scheduled for weight loss surgery.
- You are generally healthy (no major heart, lung, liver, kidney, or severe diabetes problems).
- You do not have a history of allergies to dexmedetomidine or ketamine.
- You do not have a history of substance abuse or long-term opioid use.
- You do not have psychiatric conditions, seizures, or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
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