Sedation vs. local anesthesia for thyroid nodule ablation
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to manage pain during a procedure that uses heat to shrink benign thyroid nodules. It may help you understand if sedation or local numbing works better for comfort.
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Who can take part
- Ages 20 to 60
- In generally good health (mild or no chronic disease)
- Has a benign (non-cancerous) thyroid nodule
- No chronic pain conditions
- No long-term alcohol use or regular use of tranquilizers/antipsychotic medicines
- Blood pressure controlled below 140/90
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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