Methylene blue for better recovery after hemorrhoid surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if adding methylene blue to standard pain medicine helps you recover faster and with less pain after hemorrhoid surgery. It is for people having spinal anesthesia.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have grade III or IV mixed hemorrhoids and are having surgery under spinal anesthesia.
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are in good general health (ASA I or II).
- You have not had bad reactions to methylene blue, ketorolac, or ropivacaine before.
- You do not have diabetes or a history of alcohol or drug dependence.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking certain medicines like SSRIs or aspirin within 2 weeks before surgery.
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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