The Effects of Reducing Stomach Acid on Post-tonsillectomy Pain
Status:
Terminated
Trial end date:
2011-02-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
This study was designed to determine whether post-operative pain following a tonsillectomy
can be reduced by adding an antacid-like medication to the medications taken after surgery.
It is hypothesized that even a small amount of stomach acid backing up and entering the mouth
can increase post-tonsillectomy pain. Therefore, the use of an antacid-like medication should
help to decrease pain and reduce the amount of narcotic medication required for pain control.
Phase:
Phase 4
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Boston Children's Hospital Boston Children’s Hospital