Esmolol vs. sufentanil for recovery after gallbladder surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests two different medicines given during gallbladder surgery to see which one helps you recover better. One medicine (esmolol) controls heart rate, while the other (sufentanil) is a strong painkiller. The goal is to find out which approach leads to a smoother recovery after your surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are scheduled for gallbladder removal surgery as an outpatient (you go home the same day)
- You are not currently taking a beta-blocker medicine
- Your blood pressure is well controlled (not high without treatment)
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or lower
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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