Brain Surgery Pain Management: Nerve Block Comparison

We are comparing two types of nerve blocks to see which one helps reduce pain and improve recovery for patients undergoing brain surgery. This study aims to find the best option for managing discomfort during the procedure.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Chlorure De Sodium Fresenius Kabi
Chlorure De Sodium Fresenius Kabi is a sterile salt‑water IV solution used to replace fluids and salts and to dilute or deliver medicines.
Etoricoxib Ab
Levobupivacaine Fresenius Kabi
Levobupivacaine Fresenius Kabi is a local anesthetic medicine used to numb specific areas during surgery or to relieve pain after procedures.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Cisatracurium
Cisatracurium is a substance that temporarily relaxes skeletal muscles to allow surgery or mechanical ventilation.
Cisatracurium Besilate
Cisatracurium besilate is a substance that temporarily relaxes muscles to help with breathing support and during surgeries.
Etoricoxib
Etoricoxib is a substance that reduces pain and inflammation by blocking inflammatory enzymes, commonly used for arthritis and gout.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

4-In-One Flu Relief
6 Years Plus Paracetamol Boots
Abacat

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Centre hospitalier universitaire de Liege
Anesthesiology
Tilff, Belgium
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier universitaire de Liege
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

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