U.S., June 16 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07648342) titled 'Evaluation of Pupillometry as a Predictor of Pain Intensity Upon Withdrawal of Sedation in the Postoperative Period Following Cardiac Surgery: A Prospective Cohort Study' on June 10.
Brief Summary: Postoperative pain is a significant issue following surgery, and pain that is either inadequately treated or, conversely, overtreated can increase morbidity. For example, severe chest pain following cardiac or pulmonary surgery impairs the patient's respiratory rehabilitation, which can lead to fluid retention and, consequently, pneumonia. Conversely, overtreatment through excessive use of opioids can cause drowsiness and respiratory depr...