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Similar Pain Control With Oral and IV Acetaminophen in Elderly Trauma Patients With Rib Fracture
April 2021
Similar Pain Control With Oral and IV Acetaminophen in Elderly Trauma Patients With Rib Fracture
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Treatment With Oral Versus Intravenous Acetaminophen in Elderly Trauma Patients With Rib Fractures: A Prospective Randomized Trial
Am Surg. 2020 Aug;86(8): 926-932.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
One hundred and thirty-eight elderly trauma patients presenting with at least 1 rib fracture were randomized to receive intravenous (IV) acetaminophen (n=75) or oral acetaminophen (n=63) for pain control. The primary outcome of interest was reduction in pain score on a 10-point scale at 24 hours follow-up. Secondary outcomes of interest included the incidence of intensive care unit (ICU) admission...
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