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Intraoperative infusion of lidocaine reduces postoperative pain after lumbar discectomy
October 2014
Intraoperative infusion of lidocaine reduces postoperative pain after lumbar discectomy
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Intraoperative systemic infusion of lidocaine reduces postoperative pain after lumbar surgery: a double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial
Spine J. 2014 Aug 1;14(8):1559-66Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
51 patients undergoing lumbar discectomy surgery were randomized to receive an intraoperative intravenous lidocaine infusion or placebo, with the purpose of determining the analgesic effect of lidocaine on postoperative pain. Results revealed intraoperative lidocaine significantly decreases pain perception compared to a control up to 24 hours postoperative, resulting in higher patient satisfaction...
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