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New treatment option for Postoperative Sore Throat, Cough, Hoarseness
Official title Sore Throat After Open Neck Elective Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07124650
What this study is testing
What is Hydrocortisone Acetate 1% Ointment?
Hydrocortisone Acetate 1% Ointment is an investigational medicine, given as a treatment applied to the skin, being studied as a potential treatment for postoperative sore throat, cough, hoarseness.
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 randomized clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two medications-hydrocortisone ointment and lidocaine solution-applied to the endotracheal tube in reducing postoperative throat pain, hoarseness, and cough following thyroid or parathyroid surgery with neuromonitoring. A total of 764 adult patients undergoing elective neck surgery at Saint-Petersburg State University Hospital will be enrolled and randomly assigned to receive either a hydrocortisone-coated or lidocaine-coated endotracheal tube.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients scheduled for elective open surgery on the thyroid/parathyroid glands with intraoperative neuromonitoring.
- Age ≥18 years.
- Willing and able to provide voluntary informed consent for participation in the study.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy (for women of childbearing potential).
- Known allergy to hydrocortisone or lidocaine.
- Refusal to participate in the study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Saint Petersburg, Russia
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Saint Petersburg, Russia. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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