Postoperative Pain Management in Rhinoplasty (NCT03584152) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedPhase 2
Postoperative Pain Management in Rhinoplasty
United States159 participantsStarted 2019-08-09
Plain-language summary
The primary purpose of the study is to determine adequacy of postoperative pain control after nasal surgery in patients prescribed Acetaminophen (325mg) + Hydrocodone (5mg) compared to Acetaminophen(325mg) + Ibuprofen (200mg)for a period of 5 days after nasal surgery. To assess the degree of pain, the participants will score the intensity of their pain on a visual analog scale(VAS)of 0-100points (0- no pain and 100- most severe pain), preoperatively and postoperatively (to be documented before each dose) for the duration of the prescribed medications .
Additionally, the study will also seek to track:
1. The total number of pills each patients consume from the prescribed 5 day regimen.
2. Any associated side effects.
3. Additional pain medications prescribed in case of inadequate pain control, postoperatively.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Minimum age of 18 years
* Able to speak and understand english.
* Undergoing rhinoplasty for cosmetic purposes
* Undergoing rhinoplasty for treatment of nasal obstruction
Exclusion Criteria:
* Less than 18 years of age
* Cannot speak and understand english
* Patients who have undergone nasal surgery in the past
* Patients not undergoing nasal surgery
* Women will be excluded if they are either pregnant or lactating as this population does not undergo nasal surgery at our center.
* Patients with any known allergies to the class of pain medications used in the study.
Please note: Any person interested in this clinical trial should contact the Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery clinic at (650) 736 - 3223 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Sam P. Most to assess their eligibility for the trial. Please note, enrolling in the clinical trial will not entitle the participant to a waiver of charges associated with undergoing nasal surgery.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Pain Intensity Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- 0-100 (0- no Pain and 100- Most Severe Pain)
Timeframe: 5 days post-operative [up to approximately 5 weeks post-baseline]