scholarly journals Assessment of post-operative analgesia in modified radical mastectomy patients using surgical wound irrigation with 0.25% bupivacaine

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 507-510
Author(s):  
Brejesh Ravi Varma ◽  
Muhammed Shafi C ◽  
Mangesh Shenoy ◽  
Salman Mohammed Kutty

Modified Radical Mastectomy is the widely followed treatment for operable breast cancers. Among the methods used to alleviate pain, irrigation of wound with 0.25% Bupivacaine is one of the under-utilized methods with good efficiency compared to other drugs.To evaluate the role of local irrigation of 0.25% bupivacaine in alleviating the post-operative pain. This observational study was conducted among 60 female patients who underwent Modified Radical Mastectomy in a tertiary care teaching hospital between January 2017 and July 2018. Thirty (30) patients were randomly allotted to control group, where the routine post-operative pain management was followed. Another 30 were randomly allotted to study group where, before closure of the wound, a 20G scalp vein set was used along the length of the incision with multiple punctures in it for continuous irrigation with 0.25% Bupivacaine. Post operatively Visual analogue scale was used to measure the pain sensation at every six hours for 24 hours. The adverse effects like pain, hematoma, wound dehiscence, infection was noted on all the post-operative days.Both the groups were similar with respect to basic parameters measured. There was a significant reduction in need for rescue analgesia in the study group. There was a significant difference in mean VAS score between both groups from 6 hour of surgery. Post-operative nausea and vomiting was significantly less in the study group. Irrigation of wound with 0.25% Bupivacaine is found to reduce the pain sensation with minimal side effects without systemic compromise.

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 997
Author(s):  
Mukund Mundra ◽  
Vinod Kumar

Background: Visceral nociception is a significant source of the post-operative morbidity in Laparoscopic cholecystectomy and thus the idea of intraperitoneal local anaesthetic (IPLA) instillation was promulgated. The aim of the study was to evaluate the role of intra-peritoneal lignocaine instillation on post-operative morbidity in terms of post-operative pain and post-operative nausea and vomiting and also to establish if there is any difference exists between the timing of instillation of intra-peritoneal lignocaine (before and after completing the gall bladder dissection).Methods: Eighty patients randomized into two groups lignocaine group (lignocaine instilled in gallbladder bed) and placebo group (saline instilled in gallbladder bed). Lignocaine group further divided into subgroups i.e. pre-dissection lignocaine group (lignocaine instilled before gallbladder dissection) and post-dissection lignocaine group (lignocaine instilled after gallbladder dissection).Results: Post-operative pain was measured in terms of the VAS score. The score was less in lignocaine group. The difference was statistically significant (p<0.05) at 1, 2, 4, 6, 12 and 24hours between lignocaine group and placebo Group. No statistically significant difference between the mean of VAS scores of pre-dissections lignocaine and post-dissection lignocaine subgroups. In lignocaine group, 27.8%, 75%, 41% and 25% of the subject required rescue analgesia in 1st hr, next 1-8 hr, 8-16 hr and 16-24 hr respectively. In placebo group 33.3%, 97.2%, 83.3 % and 63.9% of the subject required rescue analgesia in 1st hr, next 1-8 hr, 8-16 hr and 16-24hr respectively. The difference was found to be statistically significant (p<0.05) except at 1st hour. Post operatively nausea perception, seemed to be slightly higher in placebo group as compared to lignocaine group but difference was statistically insignificant (p>0.05).Conclusions: Intraperitoneal lignocaine instillation is an effective method to alleviate post-operative pain in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy, whether used as pre-emptive analgesia or instilled at the end of surgery. Intraperitoneal lignocaine instillation decreases post-operative analgesia requirement, especially after the 1st post-operative hour.


2021 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
pp. 36
Author(s):  
Norman Hadi ◽  
Hantoro Ishardyanto

Surgical operations on modified radical mastectomy are considered clean procedures by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) wound classification system. Despite this, higher than expected Surgical Site Infection (SSI) rates are reported, varying from 1 % to 26 % across the literature. Some surgeons also prescribe postoperative prophylaxis for postoperative modified radical mastectomy patients to prevent infection despite its lack of proven efficacy. The aim of this study is to analyze the use of oral antibiotics to prevent Surgical Site Infection (SSI) on postoperative modified radical mastectomy patients in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital. This study was double-blinded randomized control trial of 60 postoperative modified radical mastectomy patients (2 groups) during the period of December 2017 to March 2018. Samples were prospectively divided into two groups (random sampling), in group A (n=30) patients received single dose prophylactic antibiotics and continued with oral antibiotics postoperative (Cefadroxil 2 x 500 mg) during 7 days and in group B (n=30) patients received single dose prophylactic antibiotics and continued without postoperative antibiotics (placebo). Both groups were evaluated clinically for surgical site infection up to 30 days. There was no statistically significant difference in both groups {p=1 (p>0.05)}. There was no incidence of surgical site infection in both groups during the 30-day follow-up period (days 3, 7, 14 and 30). There was no difference in the surgical site infection rate among those who received oral postoperative antibiotics prophylactic and without antibiotics (placebo) on postoperative modified radical mastectomy patients in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital. Because of the potential adverse events associated with antibiotic use, further evaluation of this practice is required.


2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 24-31
Author(s):  
Gulraj Singh ◽  
Mulawan Umar ◽  
Nur Qodir

Abstract Introduction: Modified radical mastectomy (MRM) is a breast cancer treatment option that is still operable. One of the postoperative complications that can be found is the formation of seroma. High negative suction drain is done to treat seroma after surgery but it can contribute to increase the length of stay in hospital. Methods: This study was a clinical randomized control trial (cRCT) conducted on 30 breast cancer patients in June - July 2019 at Moehammad Hoesin Hospital in Palembang. This study divided the two sample groups, each group consisting of 15 patients. One group was given half negative pressure on suction drain (experimental group) and the other used full negative pressure on suction drain (control group). Results: There was a significant difference (p <0.005) between the full and half negative pressure groups where there were more seroma events in the full vacuum group in 9 (60%) cases and half vacuum in 2 (30%) but there were no significant differences in long period of stay (p> 0.005). Conclusion: Half negative pressure is more effective in treating seroma than full negative pressure.


2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 112-119
Author(s):  
Abbas Haghighat ◽  
Shaqayeq Ramezanzade

Background: Pain is one of the most common complications after tooth extraction and pain control is a crucial part of the procedure. The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of 0.2% (w/v) chlorhexidine (CHX) gluconate mouth rinse on the severity of post-extraction pain. Methods: A prospective, randomized, double-blind trial was conducted among 170 subjects. Subjects were instructed to rinse with 15 mL of CHX mouth rinse (study group) or placebo (control group) 0.5 to 1 hour before extraction. Post-operative pain was evaluated considering the number of taken rescue analgesics and using a visual analog scale (VAS) that each case completed 6, 12, 24, and 48 hours after the surgery. The Mann-Whitney U test was performed in this regard. Results: There were no significant differences between the two groups regarding demographic variables (P>0.05). The preoperative use of CHX mouth rinse showed a better performance in mitigating the perceived pain. A significant difference in the pain level (P=0.001) was found only at the 6th hour postoperatively although there was no significant difference in the pain level between the two groups (P>0.05) at all other times (12th, 24th, 48th hours). The total number of analgesics that were taken by the study group was significantly lower compared to the control group (P=0.042). Conclusions: The preoperative CHX mouth rinse could be a beneficial choice for reducing pain after simple tooth extractions.


2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. 2622-2624
Author(s):  
Haq dad Durrani ◽  
Rafia Kousar ◽  
Ejaz Iqbal ◽  
Muhammad Abdul Aziz ◽  
Syed Aushtar Abbas Naqvi ◽  
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Background: Pain is the most common and most difficult problem faced by patients after operation. Due to inadequate management 30-70% patients suffer from post-operative pain. Acute pain resulting in chronic pain reduces quality of life and creates economic burden. Aim: To compare post-operative pain relief between infiltration of 0.25% bupivacaine into skin and subcutaneous tissue in the line of incision before incision and along edges of wound near completion of procedure. Study design: Randomized control trial Methodology: Sixty four patients were randomly divided into two groups i.e. (0.25% Bupivacaine 6 to 30ml) at the site of incision into skin and subcutaneous tissue Preincision (Group P) and (0.25% Bupivacaine 6 to 30ml) along the edges of wound at near closure of procedure (Group C). Intensity of pain was assessed on visual analogue scale in the recovery room, 3, 6 and 24 hours postoperatively.The time of first dose of rescue analgesia within 24 hours was also noted in both groups. Results: There was no statistically significant difference between two groups regarding age (p-value = 0.324), gender i.e. males (p=0.545) females (p=0.763) and duration of operation (P=Value=0.208). The mean time of rescue analgesia in Group P and Group C in minutes was 318.12±149.47 and 374.84±125.67 respectively (p value =1.5) reflecting no statistically significant difference. Conclusion: Postoperative analgesia and analgesic requirement do not differ significantly whether bupivacaine is infiltrated before incision or just before closure of wound. Keywords: Postoperative pain, bupivacaine, rescue analgesia, Preincision


2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (21;1) ◽  
pp. E87-E96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatma A. El Sherif

Background: The most common surgical procedure for breast cancer is the modified radical mastectomy (MRM), but it is associated with significant postoperative pain. Regional anesthesia can reduce the stress response associated with surgical trauma. Objectives: Our aim is to explore the efficacy of 1 µg/kg dexmedetomedine added to an ultrasound (US)-modified pectoral (Pecs) block on postoperative pain and stress response in patients undergoing MRM. Study Design: A randomized, double-blind, prospective study. Setting: An academic medical center. Methods: Sixty patients with American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I– II (18–60 years old and weighing 50–90 kg) scheduled for MRM were enrolled and randomly assigned into 2 groups (30 in each) to receive a preoperative US Pecs block with 30 mL of 0.25% bupivacaine only (group 1, bupivacaine group [GB]) or 30 mL of 0.25% bupivacaine plus 1 µg/ kg dexmedetomidine (group II, dexmedetomidine group [GD]). The patients were followed-up 48 hours postoperatively for vital signs (heart rate [HR], noninvasive blood pressure [NIBP], respiratory rate [RR], and oxygen saturation [Sao2]), visual analog scale (VAS) scores, time to first request of rescue analgesia, total morphine consumption, and side effects. Serum levels of cortisol and prolactin were assessed at baseline and at 1 and 24 hours postoperatively. Results: A significant reduction in the intraoperative HR, systolic blood pressure (SBP), and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) starting at 30 minutes until 120 minutes in the GD group compared to the GB group (P < 0.05) was observed. The VAS scores showed a statistically significant reduction in the GD group compared to the GB group, which started immediately up until 12 hours postoperatively (P < 0.05). There was a delayed time to first request of analgesia in the GD group (25.4 ± 16.4 hrs) compared to the GB group (17 ± 12 hrs) (P = 0.029), and there was a significant decrease of the total amount of morphine consumption in the GD group (9 + 3.6 mg) compared to the GB group (12 + 3.6 mg) (P = 0.001). There was a significant reduction in the mean serum cortisol and prolactin levels at 1 and 24 hours postoperative in the GD patients compared to the GB patients (P < 0.05). Limitations: This study was limited by its sample size. Conclusion: The addition of 1 µg/kg dexmedetomidine to an US-modified Pecs block has superior analgesia and more attenuation to stress hormone levels without serious side effects, compared to a regular Pecs block in patients who underwent MRM. Key words: Postoperative pain, dexmedetomidine, Pecs block, stress response, breast surgery


2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. 3007-3011
Author(s):  
Zarqa Rani ◽  
Iqra Mushtaq ◽  
Mehreen Akram ◽  
Zahra Ishrat

Background: Severe postsurgical pain continues to be hard to manage in patients who experience breast cancer surgery. Badly managed pain can lead to meager patient satisfaction, prolonged hospital stay, and increased risk of complication by analgesics, and may be a reason in the development of long-lasting pain. Aim: To compare the efficacy of Intravenous Tramadol and Bupivacaine irrigation through surgical drains after Modified Radical Mastectomy in patients with carcinoma breast. Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial conducted in the Department of Anesthesia, Mayo Hospital Lahore. Total 70 female patients aged 18-70 years undergoing radical mastectomy for CA breast diagnosed on histopathology were selected. Patients were divided into two groups A and B through simple random sampling technique. Group A received intravenous Tramadol. Group B received Bupivacaine through surgical drains. Results: At 0, 2, 4 and 6 hour postoperatively no significant difference was seen in severity of pain in both treatment groups. In Group-A at 0, 2, 4 and 6 hour postoperatively, 68.8%, 71.4%, 57.1% and 60% respectively had reported no pain while in Group-B at 0, 2, 4 and 6 hour postoperatively, 48.6%, 65.7%, 45.7% and 54.3% patients had reported no pain. Complaints of Nausea, vomiting, sedation, urinary retention was higher in patients in Tramadol Group as compared to Bupivacaine Group. Conclusion: Results of this study demonstrated that bupivacaine administrated through surgical drain was equally effective as intravenous tramadol for controlling postoperative mastectomy pain with less side effects. Keyword: Breast Cancer, Acute Pain, Analgesia, Tramadol, Bupivacaine, Radical Mastectomy, Nausea, Vomiting, Sedation, Urinary retention, Hypotension


2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 36-41
Author(s):  
Lok Raj Chaurasia ◽  
K. Nakarmi ◽  
S. Shrestha ◽  
S.M. Rai

Background and Objectives: Patients with hand injuries and other conditions presenting to ER or office are usually given local anaesthesia to evaluate the case or perform a certain procedure. Lignocaine in various concentrations with or without adrenaline is used. Lignocaine with adrenaline is shown to be more acidic than plain lignocaine of similar concentration causing more pain. Sodium bicarbonate has been shown to decrease the pH of lignocaine hence decrease the pain related to injection. So this study is carried out to compare buffered (sodium bicarbonate) and plain lignocaine with adrenaline for pain control and analgesia for patients undergoing hand surgery. Material and methods: Patients in the age group of 18-60 years were divided into two groups- a control group (receiving lignocaine hydrochloride with adrenaline) and a study group (receiving carbonated lignocaine with adrenaline) and were evaluated for pain at the site of injection, onset of action of the anesthetic and its duration of analgesia and anaesthesia. Results: A total of 38 patients were included, 19 in each group. There was a significant difference in the pain score at time of injection between study group and control group (median,range: 2( 1-5) and 7(4-9) respectively ) with p<0.001. However, there was no significant difference in terms of onset of action, duration of anaesthesia and return of pain sensation. One patient developed swelling over wrist joint who received buffered solution. Conclusion: Local anesthetics used routinely in hand department should be buffered with sodium bicarbonate to reduce pain on injection of drugs in the patients.


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