Nerve block for less pain after sinus surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests whether a numbing injection near a nerve in the nose can reduce pain after sinus surgery, so you may need fewer strong painkillers. If you're having sinus surgery, this could help manage your pain more safely.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You are in generally good health (classified as ASA I or II by your anesthesiologist).
- You are not allergic to the study medications.
- You do not use strong painkillers (opioids) regularly or have a history of dependence.
- You do not have bleeding problems, infections at the injection site, or serious heart, liver, kidney, or brain conditions.
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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