Efficacy of Intravenous Sub-Dissociative Ketamine Versus Intravenous Morphine in Children with Acute Pain: The Morphine or Ketamine for Analgesia Study
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What is the goal of the study?
Pain is common in children presenting to the emergency department but is frequently undertreated, leading to both short and long-term consequences. Morphine is the standard treatment for children with moderate to severe acute pain, but its use is associated with serious side effects and caregiver and clinician concerns related to opioid administration. Our research aims to demonstrate that sub-dissociative ketamine is as effective as morphine and a preferable alternative for treating acute pain in children because of its more favorable side effect profile and potential long-term benefits related to pain-related function, analgesic use/misuse, and mental and behavioral health outcomes.
Who can participate in the study?
Please contact the study team listed below to learn more.