Combination pain control after complex spine surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a combination of three medications (methadone, dexmedetomidine, and ketamine) to control pain after major spine surgery. If you are having complex spine surgery, this trial may offer better pain relief without needing as much opioid medication.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 79 years old
- You are having complex spine surgery (3 or more spinal levels)
- You can speak English and give your own consent
- You are not pregnant
- You do not have prolonged QT syndrome (a heart rhythm condition)
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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