Scalp block for less pain after brain surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a numbing injection around the scalp before brain surgery can reduce the need for strong painkillers and help you recover more comfortably. It may also help keep your heart rate and blood pressure stable during the operation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for brain surgery where your head will be held in place with a special frame.
- You are generally healthy or have mild to moderate health conditions (ASA I-III).
- You are not allergic to numbing medicines.
- You are not taking blood thinners or have bleeding problems.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have not been using strong painkillers for more than 3 months.
- You do not have an active infection or inflammatory disease.
- You have not had chemotherapy or certain immune-suppressing drugs 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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