Using gabapentin to reduce pain after tonsil surgery in children

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This pilot study investigates the effectiveness of gabapentin in alleviating postoperative pain in children aged 3-18 undergoing tonsillectomy. It is a double-blinded, randomized control trial involving 50 participants who will receive either gabapentin or a placebo before surgery. The study aims to measure pain levels, the amount of narcotics used, and the time to first analgesic post-surgery over a 48-hour period. The hypothesis is that gabapentin will lead to lower narcotic use and reduced pain scores compared to the placebo group.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* participants age 3-18 years
* ASA class 1 or 2
* elective Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy
* outpatient setting.

Exclusion Criteria:

* BMI \>40kg/m2
* history of renal insufficiency, chronic pain
* allergy to gabapentin
* history of developmental delay

Where it's running

• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
  Atlanta, Georgia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Beena Desai
• Email: beena.desai@choa.org
• Phone: 404-785-2269

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.