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Optimization of Pediatric Tonsillectomy to IMprove AnaLgesia

RecruitingPhase 4Ages 3 Years - 17 YearsAllDuke University
NCT06576830 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose of this study is to compare the use of short acting opioids (fentanyl/hydromorphone) with long acting opioids (methadone) for pain control following tonsillectomy surgery in children and adolescents.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age \>= 3 and \< 18 years 2. Elective tonsillectomy +/- adenoidectomy 3. Signed informed consent by parent or legal guardian 4. Children \>= 12 years must provide signed written consent, Children \>= 7 years must provide verbal assent 5. Negative pregnancy test within 48 hours for post pubescent females Exclusion Criteria: 1. History of chronic kidney or liver disease 2. Current diagnosis of a chronic pain disorder 3. Planned admission to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) 4. Additional procedures under general anesthesia for which opioids would be prescribed
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What it tests

  • Methadone
  • Fentanyl/Hydromorphone
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Where

1 site
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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