Preventing sore throat after surgery: ketamine vs magnesium mist
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial compares two common medications, ketamine and magnesium sulfate, given as a mist (nebulized) before surgery to see which is better at preventing a sore throat after having a breathing tube during anesthesia. It may be a good option for you if you are having elective surgery that requires a breathing tube.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are in good general health or have only mild health problems that are well controlled.
- You are having a planned (elective) surgery that requires a breathing tube placed in your windpipe during anesthesia.
- Your surgery will not involve your mouth, throat, voice box, or neck, and you will not be lying on your stomach during the surgery.
- You do not have a sore throat or cold before surgery, and you have no known allergies to the study drugs (ketamine or magnesium).
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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