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New treatment option for Hemorrhoids
Official title Ketamine for Post-operative Analgesia in Hemorrhoidectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04248205
What this study is testing
What is Ketamine?
Ketamine is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for hemorrhoids.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This is a prospective, randomized study of ketamine versus no ketamine in approximately 100 patients undergoing hemorrhoidectomy for Grade III or IV hemorrhoids. The participants will be blinded to which treatment arm they are assigned, because participants will be under anesthesia when the ketamine is administered.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 100
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18-100
- Undergoing a hemorrhoidectomy for Grade III or IV hemorrhoids.
You likely can't join if
- Inability to undergo general anesthesia
- Contraindications to hemorrhoidectomy
- History of schizophrenia or other hallucinatory psychiatric illnesses
- History of psychosis
- Chronic narcotic usage defined as either having a pain contract with a pain management specialist and no narcotic usage for one month prior to...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 100 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.