Exparel for Post-Surgery Pain Management in Thyroid Conditions
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the drug Bupivacaine Hydrochloride-EPINEPHrine for post-surgery pain management in thyroid conditions?
Is Exparel safe for managing post-surgery pain?
How does the drug Exparel differ from other treatments for post-surgery pain management in thyroid conditions?
Exparel is unique because it is an extended-release local anesthetic that provides long-lasting pain relief with a single injection at the surgical site, reducing the need for opioids and potentially leading to fewer side effects. This approach is different from traditional pain management methods that often require multiple doses and higher opioid use.678910
What is the purpose of this trial?
The question proposed by this study, is one of patient outcomes. Does intraoperative injection of Exparel decrease postoperative use of opioid pain medications in patients undergoing thyroid and parathyroid surgery? The trial seeks to assess the effect that Exparel has on postoperative pain control.
Research Team
Tabitha Galloway, MD
Principal Investigator
University of Missouri Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for English-speaking adults over 18 who need thyroid or parathyroid surgery. It's not open to those under 18, with a history of opioid abuse, or allergies to local anesthetics or opioids.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo thyroid or parathyroid surgery with different local anesthetic protocols
Postoperative Monitoring
Participants' pain scores and opioid usage are evaluated using a pain journal and electronic medical records
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Bupivacaine Hydrochloride-EPINEPHrine
- Lidocaine Epinephrine
- Lidocaine Epinephrine, Bupivacaine Hydrochloride-EPINEPHrine
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Missouri-Columbia
Lead Sponsor