Reduction Of Chronic Post-surgical Pain with Ketamine - ROCKet Study [ 2017 - 2021 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Philip Peyton (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Lisbeth Evered ,  Dr Matthew Chan ,  Prof David Story ,  Prof Kate Leslie
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Brief description Chronic post-surgical pain (CPSP) is a common complication of major surgery, and a significant burden on quality of life and ongoing health costs. Ketamine is a drug used by anaesthetists to treat severe acute surgical pain. Various small studies suggest that it may be unique in its ability to reduce the risk of CPSP. We propose a large trial of ketamine during & after anaesthesia for major surgery to test this. Demonstration of effectiveness would promote widespread change in clinical practice.

Funding Amount $AUD 4,945,062.05

Funding Scheme Project Grants

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