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Analgesic efficacy of intravenous dexamethasone following TKA
February 2019
Analgesic efficacy of intravenous dexamethasone following TKA
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The efficacy and safety of dexamethasone for pain management after total knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Int J Surg. 2018 May;53:65-71Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Four randomized controlled trials were included in this meta-analysis which compared the outcomes of intravenous dexamethasone and placebo/control for pain control after total knee arthroplasty. Pooled analysis of pain scores and narcotic consumption significantly favoured intravenous dexamethasone groups from 12-48 hours postoperatively.
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