Impact of preoperative anxiety on opioid use after ENT surgery
Official title: The Impact of Gender-specific Preoperative Anxiety Level on Postoperative Opioid Requirement After ENT Surgery.
Run by Medical University of Vienna · NCT05141591 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see if feeling anxious before ENT surgery affects how much pain medication people need afterward.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Medical University of Vienna Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Vienna, State of Vienna) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 11, 2021 |
| Main results expected | December 29, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | July 4, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT05141591 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older scheduled for elective ENT surgery under general anesthesia.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with conditions requiring elective postoperative ventilation or those unable to understand the study procedures may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study investigates how preoperative anxiety levels affect the need for opioids during recovery after elective ENT surgery. It utilizes validated questionnaires to assess anxiety in patients scheduled for surgery, aiming to identify psychological factors that may influence postoperative pain management. By understanding these relationships, the study seeks to improve personalized pain treatment strategies for patients undergoing ENT procedures.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing ENT surgery, potentially reducing opioid consumption.
How similar studies have gone: While the study explores a specific angle of anxiety and pain management, similar studies have shown that psychological factors can significantly impact postoperative outcomes, suggesting potential for success.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) physical status I-IV * able to read and understand the information sheet and to sign the consent form * being scheduled for elective ENT surgery under general anesthesia * written informed consent * age≥18 years Exclusion Criteria: * difficulty to understand study procedure, pain scoring system or questionnaires * surgical procedure warranting elective postoperative ventilation
Where it's running
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Medical University Vienna
Vienna, State of Vienna, Austria Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Marita Windpassinger, MD
- Email: marita.windpassinger@meduniwien.ac.at
- Phone: +43 1 40400 41020
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.