Pain relief after abdominal surgery: comparing two numbing medicines
Treatments studied
Part of Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two numbing medicines (bupivacaine alone vs. bupivacaine plus dexmedetomidine) to see which provides better pain relief after abdominal surgery. If you are having a planned abdominal operation, this trial may help improve your recovery comfort.
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Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 45 years old.
- You are scheduled for an elective abdominal surgery (like gallbladder removal, hernia repair, or exploratory surgery).
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not have a severe allergy to local anesthetics.
- You do not have a chronic pain condition that requires daily medication.
- You have not taken part in another clinical trial in the last 30 days.
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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