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Multimodal Analgesia Utilization and Acute Postoperative Pain After Major Surgery At Mulago National Referral Hospital

Launched by MAKERERE UNIVERSITY · Mar 14, 2025

Trial Information

Current as of April 30, 2025

Recruiting

Keywords

Perioperative Multimodal Analgesia Acute Postoperative Pain Major Surgery

ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how different pain management strategies affect patients' pain after major surgery at Mulago National Referral Hospital. The researchers want to find out how often doctors use a mix of pain medications before, during, and after surgery, and whether using these combinations helps control pain better than using just one type of medication. They will gather information from patient records and ask patients to rate their pain every six hours for the first 24 hours after surgery.

To participate in this study, you need to be at least 18 years old and scheduled for specific types of elective surgeries, such as orthopedic surgeries on the arms or legs, abdominal surgeries, or chest surgeries. Unfortunately, patients who cannot communicate clearly due to low consciousness or certain health conditions are not eligible. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to share your pain experience after surgery, which will help improve pain management techniques for future patients.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Patients ≥18 years
  • Scheduled for elective orthopaedic, abdominal and thoracic surgeries
  • In the selected operating theatres during the study period
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Reduced levels of consciousness or neurological deficits
  • ASA \>III

About Makerere University

Makerere University, located in Kampala, Uganda, is a leading institution of higher learning and research that plays a pivotal role in advancing health sciences and clinical research in Africa. With a strong commitment to improving public health outcomes, the university engages in a wide range of clinical trials and health-related studies, focusing on addressing pressing health challenges in the region. Makerere University collaborates with various local and international partners to enhance research capacity, promote innovative solutions, and contribute to evidence-based healthcare practices, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of life for communities both locally and globally.

Locations

Kampala, , Uganda

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Emmanuel S. Aporu, MBChB

Principal Investigator

Makerere University

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported