Dexamethasone in breathing tube to reduce sore throat after gallbladder surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether putting a steroid called dexamethasone on the breathing tube during gallbladder surgery can lower the chance of a sore throat afterward. If you are having this surgery under general anesthesia, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for a laparoscopic gallbladder removal (keyhole surgery).
- You will need a breathing tube during general anesthesia.
- Your surgery is expected to take less than 2 hours.
- You do not already have a sore throat, hoarseness, or a cold.
- You are not on steroid medications and are not allergic to dexamethasone.
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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