Randomized Study of Cranial Blocks for Postoperative Anesthesia to Reduce Pain and Postoperative Opioid Usage

Randomized Study of Cranial Blocks for Postoperative Anesthesia to Reduce Pain and Postoperative Opioid Usage
Enrolling By Invitation
18 years - 99 years
All
Phase N/A
90 participants needed
1 Location

Brief description of study

The research study is being conducted to look at the effectiveness of analgesia (pain medication) by scalp nerve block with various medications that will help doctors to more effectively control pain after surgery and for a longer period of time. 


Detailed description of study

If you agree to join the study, on the morning of your procedure, you will be randomized into one of the 3 study groups by the research team. 

After your procedure, you will have your blood taken for 3 days to monitor for a potential drug interaction. You will then be asked to complete pain surveys while in the hospital. Participation in this clinical trial will not impact your clinical care and if you need standard of care pain medication, oral or intravenous, to control your pain after surgery, the clinical team will give it to you.

Your participation will last for the duration of your time in the hospital (until discharge). You will have an end-of-study visit at your follow-up appointment 4-6 weeks after your surgery.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: craniotomy
  • Age: 18 years - 99 years
  • Gender: All


Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 834603
If you need help finding a study or have any questions, please contact us at psom-ocr@pobox.upenn.edu

 

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