Pain relief after mastectomy: dexmedetomidine vs lidocaine
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding dexmedetomidine or lidocaine to anesthesia during mastectomy helps reduce long-term pain after surgery. It's for women with breast cancer undergoing mastectomy with lymph node removal.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have mild, well-controlled health issues (ASA grade II).
- You are scheduled for a mastectomy with lymph node removal for breast cancer.
- You are not allergic to dexmedetomidine or lidocaine.
- You do not have liver or kidney disease.
- You are not taking beta-blockers, alpha-2 agonists, sedatives, or psychoactive medications.
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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