Lidocaine infusion for pain in malignant bowel obstruction
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a lidocaine infusion can help manage pain in patients with cancer-related bowel blockages. It aims to see if it can improve pain scores and reduce the need for other pain medications.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older and have a cancer diagnosis.
- Your doctor must have confirmed that you have a bowel obstruction caused by cancer.
- You must have moderate to severe pain that has been hard to control, measured on a pain scale.
- You will receive lidocaine as an infusion to treat this pain, as part of your regular care.
- Your medical team must have enough records to track your pain levels and any side effects.
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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