Opioid-sparing by low-dose ketamine for endometriosis surgery. A single-center, prospective, randomized, trial.
Endometriosis affects 10% of women of childbearing age and 25-50% of infertile women worldwide. Although most patients with endometriosis are completely asymptomatic, there is still a significant proportion of patients, …
Impact of Intraoperative Clonidine on Postoperative Opioid Use in Patients With Endometriosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Patients with endometriosis undergoing surgery are at risk of moderate-to-severe postoperative pain. Clonidine, an alpha-2 agonist with analgesic properties, may improve multimodal pain management in these patients.
Opioid Use After Robotic Assisted versus Laparoscopic Endometriosis Surgery.
Minimally invasive endometriosis surgery can be done laparoscopically or with robotic assistance. The choice of modality of this procedure could impact postprocedure pain levels and the need for opioids to …
Addressing Meta-Inflammation in the Comprehensive Management of Chronic Pain.
Chronic pain is a widespread condition affecting millions globally, placing significant strain on healthcare systems, as evidenced by the current opioid crisis. Despite advances in pain management, conventional treatments often …