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Analgesics may be more effective in alleviating pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) compared with topical therapies, antivirals, antidepressants, and antiepileptics, according to findings from a meta-analysis published in Pain Physician. PHN is defined by the presence of persisting pain for ≥120 days after the onset of rash at the acute herpes zoster site. For this meta-analysis, 2 […]
Read MoreOn July 17, anesthesiologist leader and ASA member Jeff Balser, President, CEO and Dean of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, appeared before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. His message on the future of health care focused on reducing health care costs, eliminating waste and improving value for patients. I want to […]
Read MoreKetamine infusion may provide short-term pain relief for patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), according to a meta-analysis published in Current Pain and Headache Reports. However, study authors acknowledge the need for additional studies examining the efficacy of the drug for CRPS-associated pain. For this analysis, 2 investigators reviewed independently published randomized controlled trials and […]
Read MoreBy Janaka Lagoo MD, MPH For far too long, we’ve tolerated poor communication and lack of professionalism by surgeons toward fellow clinicians and even patients. At the extreme, surgeons have been known to yell, bully or intimidate their clinical peers. However, there are also more commonplace examples of surgeons failing to inform all members of […]
Read MoreAuthors: Prabhu, Malavika, MD et al Obstetrics & Gynecology: July 2018 – Volume 132 – Issue 1 – p 70–78 OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether a liposomal bupivacaine incisional block decreases postoperative pain and represents an opioid-minimizing strategy after scheduled cesarean delivery. METHODS: In a single-blind, randomized controlled trial among opioid-naive women undergoing cesarean delivery, liposomal bupivacaine or placebo […]
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