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Reijnders-Boerboom GTJA, Jacobs LMC, Helder LS, Panhuizen IF, Brouwer MPJ, Albers KI, Loonen T, Scheffer GJ, Keijzer C, van Basten JPA, Warlé MC. Recovery and immune function after low pressure pneumoperitoneum during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: a randomised controlled trial. BJU Int 2024. [PMID: 38784993 DOI: 10.1111/bju.16397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the effectiveness of low intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) facilitated by deep neuromuscular block (NMB) to standard practice in improving the quality of recovery, preserving immune function, and enhancing parietal perfusion during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). PATIENTS AND METHODS In this blinded, randomised controlled trial, 96 patients were randomised to the experimental group with low IAP (8 mmHg) facilitated by deep NMB (post-tetanic count 1-2) or the control group with standard IAP (14 mmHg) and moderate NMB (train-of-four 1-2). Recovery was measured using the 40-item Quality of Recovery questionnaire and 36-item Short-Form Health survey. Immune function was evaluated by plasma damage-associated molecular patterns, cytokines, and ex vivo lipopolysaccharide-stimulated cytokine production. Parietal peritoneum perfusion was measured by analysing the recordings of indocyanine-green injection. RESULTS Quality of recovery was not superior in the experimental group (n = 46) compared to the control group (n = 50). All clinical outcomes, including pain scores, postoperative nausea and vomiting, and hospital stay were similar. There were no significant differences in postoperative plasma concentrations of damage-associated molecular patterns, cytokines, and ex vivo cytokine production capacity. The use of low IAP resulted in better parietal peritoneum perfusion. CONCLUSION Despite better perfusion of the parietal peritoneum, low IAP facilitated by deep NMB did not improve the quality of recovery or preserve immune function compared to standard practice in patients undergoing RARP.
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Fujimoto H, Nagamine Y, Goto T. Association between postoperative shoulder pain and left-side laparoscopic urologic surgery: a single-center retrospective cohort study. J Anesth 2024:10.1007/s00540-024-03341-5. [PMID: 38643329 DOI: 10.1007/s00540-024-03341-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2024] [Indexed: 04/22/2024]
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PURPOSE Postoperative shoulder pain is a common problem after laparoscopic surgery. This study aimed to investigate the association between operative side and postoperative shoulder pain following urologic laparoscopic surgery performed in the lateral recumbent position. METHODS This was a retrospective cohort study conducted at a single tertiary care center. A total of 506 patients who underwent urologic laparoscopic surgery (including adrenalectomy, radical nephrectomy, partial nephrectomy, and pyeloplasty) between January 2010 and December 2019 were included. Patients who underwent total nephroureterectomy or resection of other organs were excluded. The primary outcome was the incidence of postoperative shoulder pain. A multivariable logistic regression analysis investigated the association between the operative side and postoperative shoulder pain. RESULTS Among the 506 included patients, there were an equal number of surgeries on the left and right sides. Eighty-eight patients had postoperative shoulder pain. The incidence of postoperative shoulder pain in the left-side group was significantly higher than that in the right-side group (21.3% [54/253] versus 13.4% [34/253], crude odds ratio = 1.75, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.07-2.89). After adjustment for potential confounders (age, sex, body mass index, operation duration, operative technique, epidural block, peripheral nerve block, American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status classification, and intraoperative rocuronium dose), the left operative side was found to be associated with postoperative shoulder pain (adjusted odds ratio = 1.89, 95% CI 1.15-3.09). CONCLUSION The left operative side is associated with an increased incidence of postoperative shoulder pain after urologic laparoscopic surgery performed in the lateral recumbent position.
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- Hiroko Fujimoto
- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-9 Fukuura, Kanazawa-Ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 236-0004, Japan.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-9 Fukuura, Kanazawa-Ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 236-0004, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-9 Fukuura, Kanazawa-Ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 236-0004, Japan
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Bijkerk V, Jacobs LM, Albers KI, Gurusamy KS, van Laarhoven CJ, Keijzer C, Warlé MC. Deep neuromuscular blockade in adults undergoing an abdominal laparoscopic procedure. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2024; 1:CD013197. [PMID: 38288876 PMCID: PMC10825891 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd013197.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2024]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic surgery is the preferred option for many procedures. To properly perform laparoscopic surgery, it is essential that sudden movements and abdominal contractions in patients are prevented, as it limits the surgeon's view. There has been a growing interest in the potential beneficial effect of deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) in laparoscopic surgery. Deep NMB improves the surgical field by preventing abdominal contractions, and it is thought to decrease postoperative pain. However, it is uncertain if deep NMB improves intraoperative safety and thereby improves clinical outcomes. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the benefits and harms of deep neuromuscular blockade versus no, shallow, or moderate neuromuscular blockade during laparoscopic intra- or transperitoneal procedures in adults. SEARCH METHODS We used standard, extensive Cochrane search methods. The latest search date was 31 July 2023. SELECTION CRITERIA We included randomised clinical trials (irrespective of language, blinding, or publication status) in adults undergoing laparoscopic intra- or transperitoneal procedures comparing deep NMB to moderate, shallow, or no NMB. We excluded trials that did not report any of the primary or secondary outcomes of our review. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS We used standard Cochrane methods. Our primary outcomes were 1. all-cause mortality, 2. health-related quality of life, and 3. proportion of participants with serious adverse events. Our secondary outcomes were 4. proportion of participants with non-serious adverse events, 5. readmissions within three months, 6. short-term pain scores, 7. measurements of postoperative recovery, and 8. operating time. We used GRADE to assess the certainty of evidence for each outcome. MAIN RESULTS We included 42 randomised clinical trials with 3898 participants. Most trials included participants undergoing intraperitoneal oncological resection surgery. We present the Peto fixed-effect model for most dichotomous outcomes as only sparse events were reported. Comparison 1: deep versus moderate NMB Thirty-eight trials compared deep versus moderate NMB. Deep NMB may have no effect on mortality, but the evidence is very uncertain (Peto odds ratio (OR) 7.22, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.45 to 115.43; 12 trials, 1390 participants; very low-certainty evidence). Deep NMB likely results in little to no difference in health-related quality of life up to four days postoperative (mean difference (MD) 4.53 favouring deep NMB on the Quality of Recovery-40 score, 95% CI 0.96 to 8.09; 5 trials, 440 participants; moderate-certainty evidence; mean difference lower than the mean clinically important difference of 10 points). The evidence is very uncertain about the effect of deep NMB on intraoperatively serious adverse events (deep NMB 38/1150 versus moderate NMB 38/1076; Peto OR 0.95, 95% CI 0.59 to 1.52; 21 trials, 2231 participants; very low-certainty evidence), short-term serious adverse events (up to 60 days) (deep NMB 37/912 versus moderate NMB 42/852; Peto OR 0.90, 95% CI 0.56 to 1.42; 16 trials, 1764 participants; very low-certainty evidence), and short-term non-serious adverse events (Peto OR 0.94, 95% CI 0.65 to 1.35; 11 trials, 1232 participants; very low-certainty evidence). Deep NMB likely does not alter the duration of surgery (MD -0.51 minutes, 95% CI -3.35 to 2.32; 34 trials, 3143 participants; moderate-certainty evidence). The evidence is uncertain if deep NMB alters the length of hospital stay (MD -0.22 days, 95% CI -0.49 to 0.06; 19 trials, 2084 participants; low-certainty evidence) or pain scores one hour after surgery (MD -0.31 points on the numeric rating scale, 95% CI -0.59 to -0.03; 22 trials, 1823 participants; very low-certainty evidence; mean clinically important difference 1 point) and 24 hours after surgery (MD -0.60 points on the numeric rating scale, 95% CI -1.05 to -0.15; 16 trials, 1404 participants; very low-certainty evidence; mean clinically important difference 1 point). Comparison 2: deep versus shallow NMB Three trials compared deep versus shallow NMB. The trials did not report on mortality and health-related quality of life. The evidence is very uncertain about the effect of deep NMB compared to shallow NMB on the proportion of serious adverse events (RR 1.66, 95% CI 0.50 to 5.57; 2 trials, 158 participants; very low-certainty evidence). Comparison 3: deep versus no NMB One trial compared deep versus no NMB. There was no mortality in this trial, and health-related quality of life was not reported. The proportion of serious adverse events was 0/25 in the deep NMB group and 1/25 in the no NMB group. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS There was insufficient evidence to draw conclusions about the effects of deep NMB compared to moderate NMB on all-cause mortality and serious adverse events. Deep NMB likely results in little to no difference in health-related quality of life and duration of surgery compared to moderate NMB, and it may have no effect on the length of hospital stay. Due to the very low-certainty evidence, we do not know what the effect is of deep NMB on non-serious adverse events, pain scores, or readmission rates. Randomised clinical trials with adequate reporting of all adverse events would reduce the current uncertainties. Due to the low number of identified trials and the very low certainty of evidence, we do not know what the effect of deep NMB on serious adverse events is compared to shallow NMB and no NMB. We found no trials evaluating mortality and health-related quality of life.
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- Veerle Bijkerk
- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands
- Department of Anesthesiology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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Olesnicky BL, Farrell C, Clare P, Wen S, Leslie K, Delaney A. The effect of sugammadex on patient morbidity and quality of recovery after general anaesthesia: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Br J Anaesth 2024; 132:107-115. [PMID: 38036323 DOI: 10.1016/j.bja.2023.10.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Residual neuromuscular block is associated with increased patient morbidity. Therefore prevention of residual neuromuscular block is an important component of general anaesthesia where neuromuscular blocking agents are used. Whereas sugammadex improves reversal based on neuromuscular twitch monitoring parameters, there have been no prospective, adequately powered definitive studies demonstrating that sugammadex is also associated with less patient morbidity. METHODS We performed a systematic review of randomised trials comparing sugammadex with anticholinesterase-based reversal or placebo reversal that reported important patient outcomes beyond the postanaesthesia care unit. RESULTS We identified 43 articles, including 5839 trial participants. Only one trial reported days alive and out of hospital to 30 days (DAOH-30), which showed that the number of DAOH-30 was similar in those allocated to sugammadex compared with neostigmine-based reversal (25 days [19-27] vs 24 days [21-27], median difference 0.00 [-2.15 to 2.15]). Pooled analyses of data from 16 trials showed an estimated odds ratio (OR) for postoperative pulmonary complications of 0.67 (95% confidence interval 0.47-0.95) with sugammadex use. Pooled analysis showed that pneumonia (eight trials OR 0.51 [0.24-1.01] with sugammadex use), hospital length of stay (23 trials, mean difference -0.31 [-0.84 to 0.22] with sugammadex use), and patient-reported quality of recovery (11 trials, varied depending on metric used) are similar in those allocated to sugammadex vs control. The difference seen in mortality (11 trials, OR 0.39 [0.15-1.01] with sugammadex use) would be considered to be clinically significant and warrants further investigation, however, the rarity of these events precludes drawing definitive conclusions. CONCLUSION Although few trials reported on DAOH-30 or important patient outcomes, sugammadex is associated with a reduction in postoperative pulmonary complications, however, this might not translate to a difference in hospital length of stay, patient-reported quality of recovery, or mortality. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION PROSPERO database (CRD42022325858).
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- Benjamin L Olesnicky
- Department of Anaesthesia, Pain and Perioperative Medicine, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Northern Clinical School of Medicine, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Northern Sydney Anaesthetic Research Institute, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Department of Anaesthesia, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia, Pain and Perioperative Medicine, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Northern Sydney Anaesthetic Research Institute, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Critical Care, Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia; Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Critical Care Program, The George Institute for Global Health, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Tang X, Wu Y, Chen Q, Xu Y, Wang X, Liu S. Deep Neuromuscular Block Attenuates Chronic Postsurgical Pain and Enhances Long-Term Postoperative Recovery After Spinal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Pain Ther 2023; 12:1055-1064. [PMID: 37278923 PMCID: PMC10289993 DOI: 10.1007/s40122-023-00528-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The effects of deep neuromuscular block (DNMB) on chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) have not been conclusively determined. Moreover, a limited number of studies have examined the impact of DNMB on long-term recovery quality after spinal surgery. We investigated the impact of DNMB on CPSP and the quality of long-term recovery in patients who had been subjected to spinal surgery. METHODS This was a randomized, controlled, double-blind, single-center study performed from May 2022 to November 2022. A total of 220 patients who underwent spinal surgery under general anesthesia were randomly assigned to receive either DNMB (post-tetanic count at 1-2) (the D group) or moderate NMB (MNMB) (train-of-four at 1-3) (the M group). The primary endpoint was the incidence of CPSP. The secondary endpoints included the visual analogue scale (VAS) score in the post-anesthesia recovery unit (PACU), at 12, 24, 48 h and 3 months after surgery; postoperative opioid consumption; quality of recovery-15 (QoR-15) scores on the second postoperative day, before discharge, and 3 months after surgery. RESULTS The incidence of CPSP was significantly lower in the D group (30/104, 28.85%) than in the M group (45/105, 42.86%) (p = 0.035). Besides, VAS scores were significantly reduced at the third month in the D group (p = 0.016). In the PACU and 12 h after surgery, VAS scores were also significantly lower in the D group than in the M group (p < 0.001, p = 0.004, respectively). The total amount of postoperative opioid consumption (expressed in total oral morphine equivalents) was significantly less in D group than M group (p = 0.027). At 3 months after surgery, QoR-15 scores were significantly higher in D group than M group (p = 0.003). CONCLUSIONS Compared with MNMB, DNMB significantly reduced CPSP and postoperative opioid consumption in spinal surgery patients. Moreover, DNMB improved the long-term recovery of patients. TRIAL REGISTRATION Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR2200058454).
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- Xihui Tang
- Department of Anesthesiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 99 Huaihai West Road, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221000, People's Republic of China
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 99 Huaihai West Road, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221000, People's Republic of China
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 99 Huaihai West Road, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221000, People's Republic of China
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 99 Huaihai West Road, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221000, People's Republic of China
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Central Hospital, 199 Jiefang South Road, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221009, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 99 Huaihai West Road, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, 221000, People's Republic of China.
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, People's Republic of China.
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Zhang YW, Li Y, Huang WB, Wang J, Qian XE, Yang Y, Huang CS. Utilization of deep neuromuscular blockade combined with reduced abdominal pressure in laparoscopic radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer: An academic perspective. World J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 15:1405-1415. [PMID: 37555115 PMCID: PMC10405126 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v15.i7.1405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Revised: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Few studies have examined the specific efficacy of deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) combined with pneumoperitoneal pressure reduction in laparoscopic radical gastrectomy (LRG) in the elderly. AIM To investigate the application effect of deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) combined with reduced pneumoperitoneum pressure in LRG for gastric cancer (GC) in elderly patients and its influence on inflammation. METHODS Totally 103 elderly patients with GC treated in our hospital between January 2020 and January 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. Among them, 45 patients treated with surgery based on deep NMB and conventional pneumoperitoneum pressure were assigned to the control group, while the rest of the 58 patients who underwent surgery based on deep NMB and reduced pneumoperitoneum pressure were assigned to the observation group. The two groups were compared in the changes of the Leiden-surgical rating scale score, serum tumor necrosis fact-α (TNF-α) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) before and after therapy. The visual analogue scale (VAS) was adopted for evaluating the shoulder pain of patients at 8 h, 24 h and 48 h after the operation. The driving pressure of the two groups at different time points was also compared. Additionally, the operation time, pneumoperitoneum time, infusion volume, blood loss, extubation time after surgery, residence time in the resuscitation room, TOF% = 90% time and post-anesthetic recovery room (PACU) stay time were all recorded, and adverse PACU-associated respiratory events were also recorded. The postoperative hospitalization time and postoperative expenses of the two groups were counted and compared. RESULTS No significant difference was found between the two groups at the time of skin incision, 60 minutes since the operation and abdominal closure after surgery (P > 0.05). The observation group exhibited significantly lower VAS scores than the control group at 24 and 48h after surgery (P < 0.05). Additionally, the observation group had significantly lower driving pressure than the control group at 5 min and 60 min after the establishment of pneumoperitoneum (P < 0.05). Additionally, the two groups were similar in terms of the operation time, pneumoperitoneum time, infusion volume, blood loss, extubation time after surgery, residence time in the resuscitation room and TOF% = 90% time (P > 0.05), and the observation group showed significantly lower TNF-α and IL-6 Levels than the control group at 24 h after therapy (P < 0.05). Moreover, the incidence of adverse events was not significantly different between the two groups (P > 0.05), and the observation group experienced significantly less hospitalization time and postoperative expenses than the control group (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION Deep NMB combined with reduced pneumoperitoneum pressure can decrease the VAS score of shoulder pain and inflammatory reaction, without hindering the surgical vision and increasing adverse PACU-associated respiratory events, and can thus shorten the hospitalization time and treatment cost for patient.
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- Yi-Wei Zhang
- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ningbo First Hospital, Ningbo 315016, Zhejiang Province, China
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Kim YJ, Hwang SY, Kim HS. Effect of abdominal binder on shoulder pain after laparoscopic gynecologic surgery: A randomized, controlled trial. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e34127. [PMID: 37352050 PMCID: PMC10289768 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000034127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To evaluate the impact of abdominal binder (AB) use on postoperative shoulder pain in patients recovering from laparoscopic gynecologic surgery. METHODS This was a prospective randomized study conducted in a tertiary teaching hospital. Overall, 144 patients underwent laparoscopic gynecologic surgery. The postoperative use of an AB for 24 hours was added to the pulmonary recruitment maneuver. RESULTS Of 144 consenting patients, 72 patients each were allocated to the AB and control groups, respectively, and 14 patients were excluded. Finally, 130 patients were analyzed, with 68 in the AB group and 62 in the control group. There was no difference in the incidence of postoperative shoulder pain between the 2 groups (55.9% vs 56.5%, P = 1.000). The severity of the worst shoulder pain, measured using a numerical rating scale, did not differ between the 2 groups (Median [interquartile range] 2 [0-5] vs 2 [0-5]; P = .865). The severity of surgical site pain, pain and nausea medications, and the ambulation time were not different in the 2 groups. CONCLUSION The use of an AB was not beneficial for postoperative shoulder pain following laparoscopic gynecologic surgery. Surgical site pain, ambulation time, and postoperative nausea and vomiting were not improved with the use of an AB.
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- Yoon Jung Kim
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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Park SE, Hong TH. Effects of extremely low-pressure pneumoperitoneum on postoperative recovery after single site robot-assisted cholecystectomy: a randomized controlled trial. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:242. [PMID: 37349518 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02988-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023]
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PURPOSE A robotic platform has enabled extremely low-pressure pneumoperitoneum (ELPP, 4 mmHg) to reduce surgical insults to human physiology during a minimally invasive surgery. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of ELPP in single-site robotic cholecystectomy (SSRC) on postoperative pain, shoulder pain, and physiological changes during surgery compared to a standard pressure pneumoperitoneum (SPP, 12-14 mmHg). METHODS A total of 182 patients who underwent an elective cholecystectomy were randomized into an ELPP SSRC group (n = 91) and an SPP SSRC group (n = 91). Postoperative pain was assessed at 6, 12, 24, and 48 h after surgery. The number of patients complaining of shoulder pain was observed. Intraoperative changes of ventilatory parameters were also measured. RESULTS Postoperative pain scores (p = 0.038, p < 0.001, p < 0.001, and p = 0.015 at 6, 12, 24, and 48 h after surgery, respectively) and the number of patients with shoulder pain (p <0.001) were significantly lower in the ELPP SSRC group than in the SPP SSRC group. Intraoperative changes in peak inspiratory pressure (p < 0.001), plateau pressure (p < 0.001), EtCO2 (p < 0.001), and lung compliance (p < 0.001) were also less in the ELPP SSRC group. CONCLUSION The ELPP during robotic cholecystectomy could significantly relieve postoperative pain and shoulder pain. In addition, the ELPP can reduce changes in lung compliance during surgery and the demand for postoperative analgesics, thereby improving the quality of life of patients during early stages of postoperative rehabilitation.
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- Sung Eun Park
- Department of Hepato-biliary and Pancreas Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222, Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 06591, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Hepato-biliary and Pancreas Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222, Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 06591, Republic of Korea.
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Reijnders-Boerboom GT, Albers KI, Jacobs LM, van Helden E, Rosman C, Díaz-Cambronero O, Mazzinari G, Scheffer GJ, Keijzer C, Warlé MC. Low intra-abdominal pressure in laparoscopic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Surg 2023; 109:1400-1411. [PMID: 37026807 PMCID: PMC10389627 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000000289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2022] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Guidelines do not provide clear recommendations with regard to the use of low intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) during laparoscopic surgery. The aim of this meta-analysis is to assess the influence of low versus standard IAP during laparoscopic surgery on the key-outcomes in perioperative medicine as defined by the StEP-COMPAC consensus group. MATERIALS AND METHODS We searched the Cochrane Library, PubMed, and EMBASE for randomized controlled trials comparing low IAP (<10 mmHg) with standard IAP (10 mmHg or higher) during laparoscopic surgery without time, language, or blinding restrictions. According to the PRISMA guidelines, two review authors independently identified trials and extracted data. Risk ratio (RR), and mean difference (MD), with 95% CIs were calculated using random-effects models with RevMan5. Main outcomes were based on StEP-COMPAC recommendations, and included postoperative complications, postoperative pain, postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) scores, and length of hospital stay. RESULTS Eighty-five studies in a wide range of laparoscopic procedures (7349 patients) were included in this meta-analysis. The available evidence indicates that the use of low IAP (<10 mmHg) leads to a lower incidence of mild (Clavien-Dindo grade 1-2) postoperative complications (RR=0.68, 95% CI: 0.53-0.86), lower pain scores (MD=-0.68, 95% CI: -0.82 to 0.54) and PONV incidence (RR=0.67, 95% CI: 0.51-0.88), and a reduced length of hospital stay (MD=-0.29, 95% CI: -0.46 to 0.11). Low IAP did not increase the risk of intraoperative complications (RR=1.15, 95% CI: 0.77-1.73). CONCLUSIONS Given the established safety and the reduced incidence of mild postoperative complications, lower pain scores, reduced incidence of PONV, and shorter length of stay, the available evidence supports a moderate to strong recommendation (1a level of evidence) in favor of low IAP during laparoscopic surgery.
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- Departments of Anesthesiology
- Surgery, Radboudumc, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, La Fé University and Polytechnic Hospital, Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Anesthesiology, La Fé University and Polytechnic Hospital, Valencia, Spain
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Matteson KA, Schimpf MO, Jeppson PC, Thompson JC, Gala RB, Balgobin S, Gupta A, Hobson D, Olivera C, Singh R, White AB, Balk EM, Meriwether KV. Prescription Opioid Use for Acute Pain and Persistent Opioid Use After Gynecologic Surgery: A Systematic Review. Obstet Gynecol 2023; 141:681-696. [PMID: 36897135 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000005104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the amount of opioid medication used by patients and the prevalence of persistent opioid use after discharge for gynecologic surgery for benign indications. DATA SOURCES We systematically searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and ClinicalTrials.gov from inception to October 2020. METHODS OF STUDY SELECTION Studies with data on gynecologic surgical procedures for benign indications and the amount of outpatient opioids consumed, or the incidence of either persistent opioid use or opioid-use disorder postsurgery were included. Two reviewers independently screened citations and extracted data from eligible studies. TABULATION, INTEGRATION, AND RESULTS Thirty-six studies (37 articles) met inclusion criteria. Data were extracted from 35 studies; 23 studies included data on opioids consumed after hospital discharge, and 12 studies included data on persistent opioid use after gynecologic surgery. Average morphine milligram equivalents (MME) used in the 14 days after discharge were 54.0 (95% CI 39.9-68.0, seven tablets of 5-mg oxycodone) across all gynecologic surgery types, 35.0 (95% CI 0-75.12, 4.5 tablets of 5-mg oxycodone) after a vaginal hysterectomy, 59.5 (95% CI 44.4-74.6, eight tablets of 5-mg oxycodone) after laparoscopic hysterectomy, and 108.1 (95% CI 80.5-135.8, 14.5 tablets of 5-mg oxycodone) after abdominal hysterectomy. Patients used 22.4 MME (95% CI 12.4-32.3, three tablets of 5-mg oxycodone) within 24 hours of discharge after laparoscopic procedures without hysterectomy and 79.8 MME (95% CI 37.1-122.6, 10.5 tablets of 5-mg oxycodone) from discharge to 7 or 14 days postdischarge after surgery for prolapse. Persistent opioid use occurred in about 4.4% of patients after gynecologic surgery, but this outcome had high heterogeneity due to variation in populations and definitions of the outcome. CONCLUSION On average, patients use the equivalent of 15 or fewer 5-mg oxycodone tablets (or equivalent) in the 2 weeks after discharge after major gynecologic surgery for benign indications. Persistent opioid use occurred in 4.4% of patients who underwent gynecologic surgery for benign indications. Our findings could help surgeons minimize overprescribing and reduce medication diversion or misuse. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO, CRD42020146120.
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- Kristen A Matteson
- Women and Infants Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, and the Center for Evidence Based Medicine, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island; the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan; the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Northwest Kaiser Permanente, Portland, Oregon; the University of Queensland / Ochsner Clinical School, New Orleans, Louisiana; the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas; the University of Louisville Health, Louisville, Kentucky; the Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan; the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York; the University of Florida, Jacksonville, Florida; and Dell Medical School, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas
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Fuchs-Buder T, Romero CS, Lewald H, Lamperti M, Afshari A, Hristovska AM, Schmartz D, Hinkelbein J, Longrois D, Popp M, de Boer HD, Sorbello M, Jankovic R, Kranke P. Peri-operative management of neuromuscular blockade: A guideline from the European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Eur J Anaesthesiol 2023; 40:82-94. [PMID: 36377554 DOI: 10.1097/eja.0000000000001769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 37.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Recent data indicated a high incidence of inappropriate management of neuromuscular block, with a high rate of residual paralysis and relaxant-associated postoperative complications. These data are alarming in that the available neuromuscular monitoring, as well as myorelaxants and their antagonists basically allow well tolerated management of neuromuscular blockade. In this first European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC) guideline on peri-operative management of neuromuscular block, we aim to present aggregated and evidence-based recommendations to assist clinicians provide best medical care and ensure patient safety. We identified three main clinical questions: Are myorelaxants necessary to facilitate tracheal intubation in adults? Does the intensity of neuromuscular blockade influence a patient's outcome in abdominal surgery? What are the strategies for the diagnosis and treatment of residual paralysis? On the basis of this, PICO (patient, intervention, comparator, outcome) questions were derived that guided a structured literature search. A stepwise approach was used to reduce the number of trials of the initial research ( n = 24 000) to the finally relevant clinical studies ( n = 88). GRADE methodology (Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation) was used for formulating the recommendations based on the findings of the included studies in conjunction with their methodological quality. A two-step Delphi process was used to determine the agreement of the panel members with the recommendations: R1 We recommend using a muscle relaxant to facilitate tracheal intubation (1A). R2 We recommend the use of muscle relaxants to reduce pharyngeal and/or laryngeal injury following endotracheal intubation (1C). R3 We recommend the use of a fast-acting muscle relaxant for rapid sequence induction intubation (RSII) such as succinylcholine 1 mg kg -1 or rocuronium 0.9 to 1.2 mg kg -1 (1B). R4 We recommend deepening neuromuscular blockade if surgical conditions need to be improved (1B). R5 There is insufficient evidence to recommend deep neuromuscular blockade in general to reduce postoperative pain or decrease the incidence of peri-operative complications. (2C). R6 We recommend the use of ulnar nerve stimulation and quantitative neuromuscular monitoring at the adductor pollicis muscle to exclude residual paralysis (1B). R7 We recommend using sugammadex to antagonise deep, moderate and shallow neuromuscular blockade induced by aminosteroidal agents (rocuronium, vecuronium) (1A). R8 We recommend advanced spontaneous recovery (i.e. TOF ratio >0.2) before starting neostigmine-based reversal and to continue quantitative monitoring of neuromuscular blockade until a TOF ratio of more than 0.9 has been attained. (1C).
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- Thomas Fuchs-Buder
- From the Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care and Peri-operative Medicine, CHRU de Nancy, Nancy, France (TF-B), Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, Consorcio Hospital General Universitario de Valencia, Methodology Department, Universidad Europea de Valencia, Valencia, Spain (C-S.R), Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany (HL), Anesthesiology Institute, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (ML), Department of Paediatric and Obstetric Anaesthesia, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark (AA), Department of Anaesthesiology & Intensive Care Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Hvidovre, Denmark (A-MH), Department of Anesthesiology, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Bruxelles, Belgium (DS), Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany (JH), Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Hôpital Bichat-Claude Bernard, Université de Paris, Paris, France (DL), Department of Anaesthesia, Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Pain Medicine, University Hospitals of Wuerzburg, Wuerzburg, Germany (MP, PK), Department of Anesthesiology Pain Medicine & Procedural Sedation and Analgesia Martini General Hospital Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands (HDDB), Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AOU Policlinico - San Marco, Catania, Italy (MS), Clinic for Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, University Clinical Center Nis, School of Medicine, University of Nis, Nis, Serbia (RJ)
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Liu S, He B, Deng L, Li Q, Wang X. Does deep neuromuscular blockade provide improved perioperative outcomes in adult patients? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0282790. [PMID: 36893114 PMCID: PMC9997990 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0282790] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/10/2023] Open
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Deep neuromuscular blockade provides better surgical workspace conditions in laparoscopic surgery, but it is still not clear whether it improves perioperative outcomes, not to mention its role in other types of surgeries. We performed this systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to investigate whether deep neuromuscular blockade versus other more superficial levels of neuromuscular blockade provides improved perioperative outcomes in adult patients in all types of surgeries. Medline, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and Google Scholar were searched from inception to June 25, 2022. Forty studies (3271 participants) were included. Deep neuromuscular blockade was associated with an increased rate of acceptable surgical condition (relative risk [RR]: 1.19, 95% confidence interval [CI]: [1.11, 1.27]), increased surgical condition score (MD: 0.52, 95% CI: [0.37, 0.67]), decreased rate of intraoperative movement (RR: 0.19, 95% CI: [0.10, 0.33]), fewer additional measures to improve the surgical condition (RR: 0.63, 95% CI: [0.43, 0.94]), and decreased pain score at 24 h (MD: -0.42, 95% CI: [-0.74, -0.10]). There was no significant difference in the intraoperative blood loss (MD: -22.80, 95% CI: [-48.83, 3.24]), duration of surgery (MD: -0.05, 95% CI: [-2.05, 1.95]), pain score at 48 h (MD: -0.49, 95% CI: [-1.03, 0.05]), or length of stay (MD: -0.05, 95% CI: [-0.19, 0.08]). These indicate that deep neuromuscular blockade improves surgical conditions and prevents intraoperative movement, and there is no sufficient evidence that deep neuromuscular blockade is associated with intraoperative blood loss, duration of surgery, complications, postoperative pain, and length of stay. More high-quality randomized controlled trials are needed, and more attention should be given to complications and the physiological mechanism behind deep neuromuscular blockade and postoperative outcomes.
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- Siyuan Liu
- Department of Anesthesiology, Clinical Medical College & Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Clinical Medical College & Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Clinical Medical College & Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Clinical Medical College & Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Clinical Medical College & Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
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Bastamizad N, Abbasi P, Salari N, Jalali R. Comparing the Effect of Incentive Spirometry and Deep Breathing Exercises on the Level of Shoulder Pain and Nausea Following Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Surgery: A Clinical Trial Study. Gastroenterol Nurs 2023; 46:14-22. [PMID: 36706138 DOI: 10.1097/sga.0000000000000720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 04/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Cholecystitis treated by laparoscopy results in patients experiencing shoulder pain and nausea. Thus, the aim of the present study was to compare the effect of incentive spirometry and deep breathing exercises on the level of shoulder pain and nausea following laparoscopy. In this clinical trial, 105 patients were enrolled into three groups: use of incentive spirometry, deep breathing exercises, and control. Data were collected using a checklist and a visual analog scale and analyzed through the χ2, the Kruskal-Wallis, the Friedman, and the paired t test by SPSS Version 25. In the deep breathing exercise, incentive spirometry, and control groups, mean pain scores immediately after surgery but within 24 hours following the intervention were 3.8, 2.6, and 4.4, respectively. The mean score of severity of nausea for patients in the deep breathing exercise and incentive spirometry groups showed a significant difference immediately after the procedure, as well as at 12 and 24 hours post-intervention. Breathing exercises and incentive spirometry can be effective in reducing pain and nausea in patients undergoing cholecystectomy through laparoscopy. Because of the effectiveness of the two methods, nurses can use incentive spirometery and deep breathing exercises to diminish patients' pain post-cholecystectomy.
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- Nasrin Bastamizad
- Nasrin Bastamizad, MSc, is Nurse, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Parvin Abbasi, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Nader Salari, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Rostam Jalali, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Nasrin Bastamizad, MSc, is Nurse, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Parvin Abbasi, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Nader Salari, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Rostam Jalali, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Nasrin Bastamizad, MSc, is Nurse, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Parvin Abbasi, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Nader Salari, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Rostam Jalali, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Nasrin Bastamizad, MSc, is Nurse, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Parvin Abbasi, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Nader Salari, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
- Rostam Jalali, PhD, is Faculty Member, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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Díaz-Cambronero O, Serrano A, Abad-Gurumeta A, Garutti Martinez I, Esteve N, Alday E, Ferrando C, Mazzinari G, Vila-Caral P, Errando Oyonarte CL. Perioperative neuromuscular blockade. 2020 update of the SEDAR (Sociedad Española de Anestesiología y Reanimación) recommendations. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE ANESTESIOLOGIA Y REANIMACION 2023; 70:37-50. [PMID: 36621572 DOI: 10.1016/j.redare.2022.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Accepted: 02/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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We present an update of the 2020 Recommendations on neuromuscular blockade of the SEDAR. The previous ones dated 2009. A modified Delphi consensus analysis (experts, working group, and previous extensive bibliographic revision) 10 recommendations were produced1: neuromuscular blocking agents were recommended for endotracheal intubation and to avoid faringo-laryngeal and tracheal lesions, including critical care patients.2 We recommend not to use neuromuscular blocking agents for routine insertion of supraglotic airway devices, and to use it only in cases of airway obstruction or endotracheal intubation through the device.3 We recommend to use a rapid action neuromuscular blocking agent with an hypnotic in rapid sequence induction of anesthesia.4 We recommend profound neuromuscular block in laparoscopic surgery.5 We recommend quantitative monitoring of neuromuscular blockade during the whole surgical procedure, provided neuromuscular blocking agents have been used.6 We recommend quantitative monitoring through ulnar nerve stimulation and response evaluation of the adductor pollicis brevis, acceleromyography being the clinical standard.7 We recommend a recovery of neuromuscular block of at least TOFr ≥ 0.9 to avoid postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade.8 We recommend drug reversal of neuromuscular block at the end of general anesthetic, before extubation, provided a TOFr ≥ 0.9 has not been reached.9 We recommend to choose anticholinesterases for neuromuscular block reversal only if TOF≥2 and a TOFr ≥ 0.9 has not been attained.10 We recommend to choose sugammadex instead of anticholinesterases for reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced with rocuronium.
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- O Díaz-Cambronero
- Hospital Universitari Politécnic La Fe, Grupo de Investigación Medicina Perioperatoria, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain.
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- Hospital Ramón y Cajal, Madrid, Spain.
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- Hospital Son Espases, Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca, Spain.
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- Hospital de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.
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- Hospital Universitari Politécnic La Fe, Grupo de Investigación Medicina Perioperatoria, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria La Fe, Valencia, Spain.
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- Hospital Universitari Germans Trias i Pujol, Badalona, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Hospital Can Misses, Ibiza, Islas Baleares, Consorcio Hospital General Universitario de Valencia, Valencia, Spain.
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Yi SW. Residual intraperitoneal carbon dioxide gas following laparoscopy for adnexal masses: Residual gas volume assessment and postoperative outcome analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30142. [PMID: 36107609 PMCID: PMC9439782 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Free residual gas after laparoscopy may cause shoulder pain, decreasing patient satisfaction with the procedure. We analyzed the correlation between postoperative residual carbon dioxide gas and shoulder pain, explored the peri- and postoperative factors associated with residual carbon dioxide and determined the effects of the use of a drainage tube. A cohort of 326 patients who underwent laparoscopic adnexal surgery between March 2005 and June 2018 at a teaching hospital in Korea was retrospectively analyzed through a medical records review. The enrolled patients were divided into 1-, 2-, and 3-port groups. The right volume, left volume, and total volume of residual gas were calculated using a formula based on measurements obtained from chest X-rays. Continuous variables were compared using Student t tests. Categorical variables were compared with the chi-square test or Kruskal-Wallis test. The total volumes of postoperative residual carbon dioxide gas were significantly different between the 1- and 2-port groups and between the 1- and 3-port groups (157.3 ± 179.2 vs 25.1 ± 92.3 mL and 157.3 ± 179.2 vs 12.9 ± 36.4 mL, respectively). The volume of residual gas and the time to the first passage of gas were positively correlated. The total volume of residual gas was more strongly correlated with the operative wound pain score than with the shoulder pain score. Additionally, the pre- and postoperative white blood cell counts, postoperative hospitalization duration, residual carbon dioxide volume, and shoulder pain score were significantly different between patients with and without a drainage tube. Although the volume of residual gas was not correlated with the shoulder pain score, the author found that both were lower in patients with a drainage tube than in those without, indicating that a drainage tube could be safely used to decrease residual gas volume and the shoulder pain score without increasing the risk of postoperative infection.
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- Sang Wook Yi
- Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Gynecological Laparoendoscopy, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gangneung Asan Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Gangwon, South Korea
- *Correspondence: Sang Wook Yi, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gangneung Asan Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 38, Bangdong-gil, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do 25440, South Korea (e-mail: )
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Deep versus Moderate Neuromuscular Blockade in Gynecologic Laparoscopic Operations: Randomized Controlled Trial. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12040561. [PMID: 35455677 PMCID: PMC9032163 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12040561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2022] [Revised: 03/18/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background: To investigate whether deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) improves surgical conditions and postoperative pain compared to moderate block, in patients undergoing gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. Methods: A single blind, randomized, controlled trial was undertaken with laparoscopic gynecologic surgical patients, who were randomly assigned to one of the following two groups: patients in the first group received deep NMB (PTC 0-1) and in the other, moderate NMB (TOF 0-1). Primary outcomes included assessing the surgical conditions using a four-grade scale, ranging from 0 (extremely poor) to 3 (optimal), and patients’ postoperative pain was evaluated with a five-grade Likert scale and the analgesic consumption. Results: 144 patients were analyzed as follows: 73 patients received deep NMB and 71 moderate NMB. Mean surgical field scores were comparable between the two groups (2.44 for moderate vs. 2.68 for deep NMB). Regarding postoperative pain scores, the patients in the deep NMB experienced significantly less pain than in the group of moderate NMB (0.79 vs. 1.58, p < 0.001). Moreover, when the consumption of analgesic drugs was compared, the moderate NMB group needed more extra opioid analgesia than the deep NMB group (18.3% vs. 4.1%, p = 0.007). From the secondary endpoints, an interesting finding of the study was that patients on deep NMB had significantly fewer incidents of subcutaneous emphysema. Conclusions: Our data show that, during the performance of gynecologic laparoscopic surgery, deep NMB offers no advantage of operating filed conditions compared with moderate NMB. Patients may benefit from the deep block as it may reduce postoperative pain.
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Kinoshita S, Kawaguchi C, Takagi T, Ohyama T. Proposal of a Novel Index of Abdominal Compliance and the Association With Postoperative Pain After Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2022; 32:182-187. [PMID: 35034069 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000001033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND In laparoscopic surgery, low pneumoperitoneum pressure is reported to reduce pain, which suggests that easing abdominal expansion is crucial for less postoperative pain. However, although abdominal compliance (AC) is associated with the degree of abdominal expansion, the role of AC in pain by pneumoperitoneum is unknown. In this study, we devised a novel index as a surrogate of AC to evaluate the association between AC and postoperative pain in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. MATERIALS AND METHODS We reviewed 83 patients who underwent elective transabdominal preperitoneal repair from 2019 to 2021 at Heisei Memorial Hospital. Insufflation pressure was set to low pressure (8 mm Hg). The abdominal compliance index [ACI; insufflated intra-abdominal volume (L)/body surface area (m2)] was utilized to evaluate the association between AC and postoperative pain. RESULTS ACI was evaluated in 30 patients. Median ACI was 1.53 (1.00 to 2.48) L/m2. Although there was no difference in the average body constitution, the high ACI group (n=15) had significantly higher intra-abdominal volume at 8 mm Hg pressure, compared with the low ACI group (n=15) (3.1 vs. 2.1 L, P<0.0001). The high ACI group had significantly higher pain than the low ACI group on the day of surgery (2.0 vs. 1.0, P=0.006) and the day after (0.8 vs. 0.3, P=0.007). In addition, 46.7% of the patients in the high ACI group experienced pneumoperitoneum-associated pain, whereas patients in the low ACI group experienced incision pain only. Additional analgesics were administered in 53.3% of the high ACI group, compared with 33.3% in the low ACI group. CONCLUSIONS AC was suggested to be a vital factor of postoperative pain after laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. Patients with high AC may be susceptible to higher pain by pneumoperitoneum, even in low-pressure settings.
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- Shoichi Kinoshita
- Department of Surgery, Heisei Memorial Hospital, Kashihara, Nara Prefecture, Japan
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Zhang F, Luo M, Liu D, Zhu Y, Zhu Z. Effects of modified multimodal analgesia on postoperative pain, sedation, and prognosis of gynecological patients. IBRAIN 2021; 7:278-287. [PMID: 37786562 PMCID: PMC10529323 DOI: 10.1002/ibra.12002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Revised: 10/31/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 10/04/2023]
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Patient-controlled intravenous analgesia is one of the most common pain relief methods in the postoperative period, but its adverse reactions remain high. This study aimed to explore the role of improved combined analgesia methods in pain, sedation, postoperative nausea, and vomiting (PONV) in patients undergoing gynecological surgeries. This study was a prospective, randomized, double-blind controlled study. A study population of 72 patients undergoing gynecological surgery were randomly assigned to either the TAPB + S group or the TAPB + N group. All patients in both groups underwent a transversus abdominis plane block (TAPB) after induction of anesthesia. The TAPB + S group received a continuous intravenous infusion (2 ml/h) of sufentanil (1 μg/kg) plus metoclopramide (30 mg) through 100 ml elastomeric pumps postoperatively. The TAPB + N group received a continuous intravenous infusion (2 ml/h) of nalbuphine hydrochloride (1 mg/kg) plus metoclopramide (30 mg) postoperatively. The main outcome measures were as follows: postoperative pain intensity, Ramsay sedation score (RSS) after surgery, PONV occurrence rate, and rescue analgesics. The RSS of the TAPB + S group was significantly higher than that of the TAPB + N group at 2, 4, and 6 h after the operation. However, the visual analog scale score of the TAPB + S group was much higher than that of the TAPB + N group. No significant differences were found between the two groups in terms of consumption of opioids and other narcotic drugs at 2, 4, 6, 24, and 48 h after the operation. No statistically significant differences were found with respect to PONV and other adverse events in both groups. Taken together, our data indicate that the TAPB + N program can provide better postoperative analgesia and also reduce the use of strong opioids. The more optimized scheme of perioperative analgesia still needs to be researched further.
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- Fan Zhang
- Department of AnesthesiologyAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiGuizhouChina
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- Department of AnesthesiologyAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiGuizhouChina
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- Department of AnesthesiologyAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiGuizhouChina
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- College of Animal Science/Institute of Agro‐Bioengineering and Key Laboratory of Plant Resource Conservative and Germplam Innovation in Mountainous RegionGuizhou UniversityGuiyangGuizhouChina
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- Department of AnesthesiologyAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiGuizhouChina
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Long YQ, Shan XS, Feng XM, Liu H, Ji FH, Peng K. Deep Neuromuscular Blockade Combined with Low Pneumoperitoneum Pressure for Nociceptive Recovery After Major Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Surgery: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial. J Pain Res 2021; 14:3573-3581. [PMID: 34815710 PMCID: PMC8605867 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s336870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose Patients undergoing major laparoscopic surgery often experience significant pain and postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV). Deep neuromuscular block (NMB) improves surgical conditions and facilitates the application of low intra-abdominal pressure (IAP), which may be beneficial for these patients. This study is designed to determine the effects of deep NMB combined with low IAP, as compared to moderate NMB combined with standard IAP, on patients' nociceptive recovery after major laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery. Study Design and Methods This single-center randomized controlled trial will include 220 patients scheduled for major laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery (lasts for ≥ 90 minutes). Patients will be randomly assigned, with a 1:1 ratio, into a deep NMB + low IAP group (train of four = 0, post-tetanic count = 1-3, IAP = 8 mmHg) and a moderate NMB + standard IAP group (train of four = 1-3, IAP = 12 mmHg). If the surgical workspace is inadequate, the surgeons can request a step increase of 1 mmHg in IAP during 3-min intervals. The upper limit of IAP will be set at 15 mmHg. Postoperative recovery will be assessed using the postoperative quality recovery scale (PQRS). The primary outcome of this trial is the PQRS nociceptive recovery (including pain and PONV) at postoperative day (POD) 1. The secondary outcomes include recovery in other PQRS domains at POD 1, and recovery in all PQRS domains in a post-anesthesia care unit, at POD 3 in the surgical wards, at hospital discharge, and at postoperative 30 days. For the sample size estimation, 110 patients in each group (220 in total) would be needed to detect an absolute increase rate of 20% in the PQRS nociceptive domain in the deep NMB + low IAP group at POD 1. Discussion This study investigates the effects of deep NMB combined with low IAP on postoperative PQRS nociceptive recovery in patients undergoing major laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery. We expect that this deep NMB + low IAP strategy would improve postoperative pain and PONV following major laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery.
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- Yu-Qin Long
- Departments of Anesthesiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,Institute of Anesthesiology, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Departments of Anesthesiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,Institute of Anesthesiology, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of California Davis Health, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- Departments of Anesthesiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,Institute of Anesthesiology, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Departments of Anesthesiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,Institute of Anesthesiology, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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Objective: To explore the time characteristics of shoulder pain after laparoscopic gynecological operation. Methods: We conducted prospective clinical observations and literature review. We studied 442 cases of laparoscopic gynecological surgery. We used a visual analogue scale to evaluate the pain of patients at different time points after operation. We searched the English literature of shoulder pain after gynecological laparoscopic surgery. The observation time points of these studies included 12–24 hours or the first day after surgery, and at least one time point before this time point. Results: The total incidence of shoulder pain was 68%. More than 90% of patients begin to feel shoulder pain on the first day after surgery, not on the day of surgery. 26 articles observed the severity of postlaparoscopic shoulder pain (PLSP) at different time points, of which 17 articles found that the intensity of the shoulder pain peaked at 12–24 hours or the first day after operation. Discussion: The occurrence of PLSP presents obvious time characteristics. The incidence and severity of PLSP peaked on the first day or 12–24 hours after operation. To prevent and treat PLSP better, clinicians should make a more in-depth study according to the time characteristics of PLSP.
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- Xinyou Li
- Department of Anesthesiology, Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, Shandong
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, Shandong
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The risk of shoulder pain after laparoscopic surgery for infertility is higher in thin patients. Sci Rep 2021; 11:13421. [PMID: 34183708 PMCID: PMC8238963 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-92762-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2020] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Postlaparoscopic shoulder pain (PLSP) is a common clinical problem that needs to be addressed by medical professionals who are currently perform laparoscopic surgeries. The purpose of this study was to determine the perioperative clinical factors and demographic characteristics associated with PLSP. A prospective observational study was performed with 442 inpatients undergoing laparoscopic surgery for infertility. The pain visual analogue scale was used as the measuring instrument. To identify the predictors of PLSP, we performed multivariate conditional logistic regression. PLSP was correlated with body mass index (BMI, odds ratio = 0.815). The incidence of shoulder pain and more severe shoulder pain in patients with a lower BMI was significantly higher than it was in patients with a higher BMI, and BMI was significantly negatively correlated with PLSP. Most of the patients (95%) began to experience shoulder pain on the first postoperative day, and it rarely occurred on the day of surgery. Patients with lower BMI presented a higher risk of reporting shoulder pain on the first postoperative day. We should identify high-risk patients in advance and make specific treatment plans according to the characteristics of their symptoms.
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Murphy GS. Pro: Deep neuromuscular blockade should be maintained during laparoscopic surgery. Anaesth Crit Care Pain Med 2021; 40:100918. [PMID: 34182167 DOI: 10.1016/j.accpm.2021.100918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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- Glenn S Murphy
- Illinois Masonic Hospital, 836 West Wellington Avenue; Suite 4815, Chicago, IL 60657, United States.
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Richebé P, Bousette N, Fortier LP. A narrative review on the potential benefits and limitations of deep neuromuscular blockade. Anaesth Crit Care Pain Med 2021; 40:100915. [PMID: 34174460 DOI: 10.1016/j.accpm.2021.100915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2021] [Revised: 05/12/2021] [Accepted: 05/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Neuromuscular blockade was shown to improve surgical conditions. However, the risk of residual neuromuscular blockade upon extubation prevents anaesthesiologists from maintaining complete paralysis. For this reason, deep NMB is still underused in anaesthesia. This review focused on answering six questions revolving around the use of deep NMB versus moderate NMB. METHODS This was a non-exhaustive narrative review based on 6 selected relevant questions: does deep NMB 1) improve surgical conditions? 2) reduce surgical complications? 3) facilitate a reduction in intraoperative pneumoperitoneum pressure (PnP)? 4) does a reduction in intraoperative PnP impact clinical outcomes? 5) does the combination of deep NMB and lower PnP improve respiratory parameters? 6) improve OR efficiency or readmission rates? RESULTS This review highlights some of the key studies that have demonstrated potential benefits of deep NMB, but it also included reports showing no benefit, highlighting that the evidence is not unequivocal. Deep NMB does in fact improve surgical conditions, but whether this improvement translates into improved clinical outcomes is far from concluded. Indeed, there is an increased risk or residual curarisation, especially if patients are not monitored and reversed appropriately. The most important benefit of deep NMB may be the prevention of unacceptable surgical working conditions. The other potential major benefits are the reduction in PnP and reduction in pain. Deep NMB must be used with appropriate monitoring. CONCLUSION Deep NMB was associated with an improvement in surgical conditions, reduction in PnP, pain, and complications; but further research is needed to definitively prove this relationship.
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- Philippe Richebé
- Department of Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital, CIUSSS de l'Est de l'Ile de Montréal (CEMTL), University of Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada.
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- Merck Canada Inc., 16750 Trans Canada Hwy, Kirkland, QC, H9H 4M7, Canada
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital, CIUSSS de l'Est de l'Ile de Montréal (CEMTL), University of Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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Chaves-Cardona H, Hernandez-Torres V, Kiley S, Renew J. Neuromuscular blockade management in patients with COVID-19. Korean J Anesthesiol 2021; 74:285-292. [PMID: 33934595 PMCID: PMC8342831 DOI: 10.4097/kja.21106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2021] [Accepted: 05/02/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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This narrative review evaluates the evidence for using neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBA) in patients being treated for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). While large prospective randomized-controlled trials (RCTs) are lacking at this point in time, smaller observational studies and case series are reviewed to ascertain the indications and utility of NMBAs. Additionally, large RCTs that address similar clinical scenarios are reviewed and the authors translate these findings to patients with COVID-19. Specifically, NMBAs can be helpful during endotracheal intubation to minimize the risk of patient coughing and possibly infecting healthcare personnel. NMBAs can also be used in patients to promote patient-ventilator synchrony while reducing the driving pressure needed with mechanical ventilation (MV), particularly in patients with the severe clinical presentation (Type H phenotype). Prone positioning has also become a cornerstone in managing refractory hypoxemia in patients with SARS-CoV-2 acute respiratory distress syndrome, and NMBAs can be useful in facilitating this maneuver. In the perioperative setting, deep levels of neuromuscular blockade can improve patient outcomes during laparoscopic operations and may theoretically reduce the risk of aerosolization as lower insufflation pressures may be utilized. Regardless of the indication, quantitative neuromuscular monitoring remains the only reliable method to confirm adequate recovery following cessation of neuromuscular blockade. Such monitors may serve a unique purpose in patients with COVID-19 as automation of measurements can reduce healthcare personnel-patient contact that would occur during periodic subjective evaluation with a peripheral nerve stimulator.
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- Harold Chaves-Cardona
- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA.,Department of Critical Care Medicine, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Gu B, Fang J, Lian Y, Zhou X, Xie K, Zhu Y, Yuan J, Jiang H. Effect of Deep Versus Moderate Neuromuscular Block on Pain After Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Dis Colon Rectum 2021; 64:475-483. [PMID: 33651007 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anesthesia with deep neuromuscular block for laparoscopic surgery may result in less postoperative pain with lower intra-abdominal pressure. However, results in the existing literature are controversial. OBJECTIVE The study aimed to evaluate the effect of deep neuromuscular block on postoperative pain at rest and during coughing after laparoscopic colorectal surgery. DESIGN The design is a parallel-group, randomized clinical trial. SETTINGS The study was conducted at a tertiary care center. PATIENTS Patients undergoing laparoscopic resection of colorectal tumors were included. INTERVENTIONS Patients were randomly assigned to either a deep (posttetanic count 1 to 2) or moderate (train-of-four 1 to 2) neuromuscular group. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The coprimary efficacy outcomes were numeric rating scale scores of the postoperative pain at rest and during coughing after surgery. RESULTS Pain was lower in the deep neuromuscular block group at rest and during coughing at 1, 6, 24, and 48 hours after surgery (median difference of 2 points and 1 point at 1 h; p < 0.001 at each time point). The deep neuromuscular block group displayed a significantly lower number of bolus attempts by the patient (4 in the deep group vs 9 in the moderate group; p < 0.001) and boluses delivered (4 in the deep group vs 9 in the moderate group; p < 0.001) on postoperative day 1. The number of rescue analgesics was lower in the deep group on postoperative day 2 (p < 0.001). The deep neuromuscular block group showed a lower frequency of postoperative nausea and vomiting (p = 0.02) and lower intraoperative intra-abdominal pressure (p < 0.001). LIMITATIONS This was a single-center study. CONCLUSIONS Deep neuromuscular block resulted in better pain relief and lower opioid consumption and use of rescue analgesics after laparoscopic colorectal surgery. Deep neuromuscular block was associated with less postoperative nausea and vomiting and facilitated the use of lower intra-abdominal pressure in laparoscopic surgery. See Video Abstract at http://links.lww.com/DCR/B458. EFECTO DEL BLOQUEO NEUROMUSCULAR PROFUNDO VERSUS MODERADO EN EL DOLOR, DESPUS DE LA CIRUGA COLORRECTAL LAPAROSCPICA UN ENSAYO CLNICO ALEATORIZADO ANTECEDENTES:La anestesia con bloqueo neuromuscular profunda para cirugía laparoscópica, puede resultar con menor dolor postoperatorio y con menos presión intraabdominal. Sin embargo, los resultados en la literatura existente son controvertidos.OBJETIVO:El objetivo del estudio, fue evaluar el efecto del bloqueo neuromuscular profundo en dolor postoperatorio de reposo y con la tos, después de cirugía colorrectal laparoscópica.DISEÑO:Ensayo clínico aleatorizado de grupos paralelos.AJUSTE:El estudio se realizó en un centro de atención terciaria.PACIENTES:Se incluyeron pacientes sometidos a resección laparoscópica de tumores colorrectales.INTERVENCIONES:Los pacientes fueron aleatorizados a un grupo neuromuscular profundo (recuento posttetánico 1 a 2) o moderado (tren de cuatro 1 a 2).PRINCIPALES MEDIDAS DE RESULTADO:Los resultados coprimarios de eficacia, fueron las puntuaciones numéricas en la escala de calificación del dolor postoperatorio en reposo y durante la tos, después de la cirugía.RESULTADOS:El dolor fue menor en el grupo de bloqueo neuromuscular profundo en reposo y durante la tos, en 1, 6, 24, 48 horas después de la cirugía, (diferencia de mediana de 2 puntos y 1 punto respectivamente en 1 hora; p <0,001 en cada punto de tiempo). El grupo de bloqueo neuromuscular profundo, mostró un número significativamente menor de intentos de bolo por parte del paciente, (4 en el grupo profundo versus 9 del grupo moderado, p <0,001) y de bolos administrados (4 en el grupo profundo versus 9 en el grupo moderado, p <0,001) en el primer día postoperatorio. El número de analgésicos de rescate, fue menor en el grupo profundo en el segundo día postoperatorio (p <0,001). El grupo de bloqueo neuromuscular profundo, mostró una menor frecuencia de náuseas y vómitos postoperatorios (p = 0,02) y una menor presión intraoperatoria e intraabdominal (p <0,001).LIMITACIONES:Este estudio fue un estudio de un solo centro.CONCLUSIONES:El bloqueo neuromuscular profundo, resultó en mayor alivio del dolor y menor consumo de opioides y uso de analgésicos de rescate, después de la cirugía colorrectal laparoscópica. El bloqueo neuromuscular profundo, se asoció con menos náuseas y vómitos posoperatorios y facilitó el uso de una presión intraabdominal más baja, en la cirugía laparoscópica. Consulte Video Resumen en http://links.lww.com/DCR/B458.
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- Bin Gu
- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Anesthesiology, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, Anhui, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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Serrano AB, DÍaz-Cambronero Ó, Melchor-RipollÉs J, Abad-Gurumeta A, Ramirez-Rodriguez JM, MartÍnez-Ubieto J, SÁnchez-Merchante M, Rodriguez R, JordÁ L, Gil-Trujillo S, Cabellos-Olivares M, Bordonaba-Bosque D, Aldecoa C. Neuromuscular blockade management and postoperative outcomes in enhanced recovery colorectal surgery: secondary analysis of POWER trial. Minerva Anestesiol 2021; 87:13-25. [PMID: 33538417 DOI: 10.23736/s0375-9393.20.14589-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND We evaluated the impact of neuromuscular blockade (NMB) management, monitoring and reversal on postoperative outcomes in colorectal surgical patients included in an enhanced recovery program. METHODS We performed a predefined analysis in 2084 patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery who participated in POWER study. We analyzed them for complications, length of hospital stay and mortality. Two groups were defined: 1) monitoring + reversal of the neuromuscular blockade (M+R) group: all patients receiving neuromuscular blockade monitoring plus reversal of it with any drug (neostigmine or sugammadex) were included; and 2) no monitoring nor reversal (noM+noR) group. In this group all the patients who did not receive monitoring and reversal of the neuromuscular blockade were allocated. RESULTS Multivariate analysis found no statistically significant differences in moderate-severe complications (174 [25.7%] vs. 124 [27.1%]; P=0.607), length of hospital stay (10.8±11.1 vs. 11.0 ±12.6 days; P=0.683) and mortality (6 [0.9%] vs. 5 [1.1%]; P=0.840) between the group receiving optimal neuromuscular management (M+R) and the one did not receive it (noM+noR). Univariate analysis showed patients reversed with neostigmine died more than those reversed with sugammadex (3 [2.7%] vs. 3 [0.5%]; P=0.048). CONCLUSIONS Our data suggest optimal neuromuscular blockade management in colorectal surgery is not associated with less moderate-severe complications, length of hospital stay or death during postoperative period in an enhanced recovery program. Neostigmine reversal seems to be linked to higher rate of mortality than sugammadex.
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- Ana B Serrano
- Department of Anesthesiology, Ramón y Cajal University Hospital, Madrid, Spain - .,Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Hospital Ramón y Cajal (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain -
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The University and Polytechnic La Fe Hospital of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University Clinical Hospital of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University General Hospital of Castellón, Castellón, Spain
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Hospital General Universitario de Ciudad Real (HGUCR), Ciudad Real, Spain
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- Institute for Health Sciences in Aragon (IACS), Centro de Investigación Biomédica de Aragón (CIBA), Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University General Hospital of Castellón, Castellón, Spain
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Krüger CM, Kramer A, Türler A, Riediger H. Can surgery follow the dictates of the pandemic "keep your distance"? Requirements with COVID-19 for hygiene, resources and the team. GMS HYGIENE AND INFECTION CONTROL 2020; 15:Doc19. [PMID: 32782898 PMCID: PMC7397243 DOI: 10.3205/dgkh000354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Since the beginning of the pandemic, there have been restrictions in the daily care of surgical patients - both elective and emergency. Readying supply capacities and establishing isolation areas and areas for suspected cases in the clinics have led to keeping beds free for treating (suspected) COVID-19 cases. It was therefore necessary to temporarily postpone elective surgery. Now, elective care can be gradually resumed with the second phase of the pandemic in Germany. However, it remains the order of the day to adapt pre-, intra- and post-operative procedures to the new COVID-19 conditions while maintaining specialized hygiene measures. This concerns the correct procedure for the use of personal protective materials as well as process adjustment for parallel treatment of positive and negative patients in the central OR, and handling of aerosols in the operating theater, operating room, and surgical site under consideration of staff and patient protection. Although dealing with surgical smoke in the operating theater has long been criticized, COVID-19 is forcing a renaissance in this area. Finally, the choice of surgical method, whether open surgery or minimally invasive procedures, is critical in determining how many colleagues are exposed to the risk of infection from COVID-19 patients, sometimes for hours. Here, robot-assisted surgery can comply with the pandemic's requirement to "keep your distance" in a unique way, since the surgeon can operate at virtually any distance from the surgical site, at least with regard to aerosol formation and exposure.
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- Colin M Krüger
- Immanuel Klinikum Rüdersdorf, Abt. Chirurgie, Zentrum für Robotik, Rüdersdorf b. Berlin, Germany
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- Institut für Hygiene und Umweltmedizin, Universitätsmedizin Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Johanniter Kliniken Bonn, Abteilung für Viszeralchirurgie, Bonn, Germany
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- Vivantes Humboldt Klinikum, Department für Chirurgie, Berlin, Germany
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Xu X, Gong Y, Zhang Y, Lang J, Huang Y. Effect of pneumoperitoneum pressure and the depth of neuromuscular block on renal function in patients with diabetes undergoing laparoscopic pelvic surgery: study protocol for a double-blinded 2 × 2 factorial randomized controlled trial. Trials 2020; 21:585. [PMID: 32600358 PMCID: PMC7322917 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-020-04477-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2020] [Accepted: 05/31/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Background Patients with diabetes mellitus are at a high risk of developing postoperative acute kidney injury. For patients receiving laparoscopic surgery, standard-pressure pneumoperitoneum (SPP) currently applied in clinical practice also undermines renal perfusion. Several studies have shown that low-pressure pneumoperitoneum (LPP) might reduce pressure-related ischemic renal injury. However, LPP may compromise the view of the surgical field. Previous studies have indicated that deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) can ameliorate this issue. However, the conclusion is still uncertain. The hypothesis of this study is that the joint use of LPP and deep NMB can reduce perioperative renal injury in diabetic patients undergoing laparoscopic pelvic surgery without impeding the view of the surgical field. Methods This is a double-blinded, randomized controlled trial using a 2 × 2 factorial trial design. A total of 648 diabetes patients scheduled for major laparoscopic pelvic surgeries at Peking Union Medical College Hospital will be randomized into the following four groups: SPP (12–15 mmHg) + deep-NMB (post-tetanic count of 1–2) group, LPP (7–10 mmHg) + deep-NMB group, SPP + moderate-NMB (train-of-four of 1–2) group, and LPP + moderate-NMB group. The primary outcome is serum cystatin C level measured before insufflation, after deflation, 24 h postoperatively, and 72 h postoperatively. The secondary outcomes are serum creatinine level, intraoperative urine output, erythrocytes in urinary sediment, renal tissue oxygen saturation, Leiden’s surgical condition rating scale, surgery duration, and occurrence of bucking or body movement. Discussion This study will provide evidence for the effect of LPP on renal function protection in patients with diabetes undergoing laparoscopic pelvic surgery. The trial can also help us to understand whether deep NMB can improve surgical conditions. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04259112. Prospectively registered on 5 February 2020.
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- Xiaohan Xu
- Department of Anesthesiology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, 100730, China.
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- Department of Medical Research Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, 100730, China
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Turhanoğlu S, Tunç M, Okşar M, Temiz M. Perioperative Effects of Induction with High-dose Rocuronium during Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy. Turk J Anaesthesiol Reanim 2020; 48:188-195. [PMID: 32551445 PMCID: PMC7279866 DOI: 10.5152/tjar.2019.31855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2019] [Accepted: 07/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Objective We aimed to investigate the effects of high-dose rocuronium administration on intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) and surgical conditions during anaesthesia induction and laparoscopic cholecystectomy anaesthesia induction, respectively. Further, we aimed to determine postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and pain scores following the laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods Patients with American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score of I–III, aged 18 to 75 years and who were scheduled for surgery under general anaesthesia were included in the study. Patients were randomised and a high-dose of 1.2 mg kg−1 rocuronium was given to Group A and 0.6 mg kg−1 rocuronium to Group B. The intraoperative train of four (TOF) ratio and post-tetanic count (PTC) were measured. Surgery was initiated with a low IAP of 7 mmHg. The surgeon evaluated surgical conditions with a 4-step surgical field scale and increased the IAP when necessary. PONV at 4, 12 and 24 hours and postoperative pain at 2 and 24 hours and 3 days were evaluated. Results There were no significant differences in the demographic and haemodynamic parameters between the groups. In high-dose rocuronium Group A, IAP values were significantly lower in the first 20 minutes compared to Group B. The duration of operations was significantly shorter in Group A (29.00±7.39 minute vs. 34.63±12.00 minute, p=0.044). PONV in the first 12 hours was significantly lower in Group A (p<0.05). Conclusion High-dose rocuronium-induced deep neuromuscular block helped perform laparoscopic cholecystectomy operations with lower values of IAP compared to a normal dose rocuronium. It also shortened duration of operation and reduced PONV and pain.
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- Selim Turhanoğlu
- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University School of Medicine, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University School of Medicine, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University School of Medicine, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University School of Medicine, Hatay, Turkey
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Efficacy of profound versus moderate neuromuscular blockade in enhancing postoperative recovery after laparoscopic donor nephrectomy: A randomised controlled trial. Eur J Anaesthesiol 2020; 36:494-501. [PMID: 30920983 PMCID: PMC6613722 DOI: 10.1097/eja.0000000000000992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Profound neuromuscular blockade (NMB) during anaesthesia has been shown to reduce postoperative pain scores, when compared with a moderate block. We hypothesised that profound NMB during laparoscopic donor nephrectomy (LDN) could also improve the early quality of recovery after surgery. OBJECTIVES To compare the effectiveness of profound versus moderate NMB during LDN in enhancing postoperative recovery. DESIGN A phase IV, double-blinded, randomised controlled trial. SETTING Multicentre trial, from November 2016 to December 2017. PATIENTS A total of 101 living kidney donors scheduled for LDN were enrolled, and 96 patients were included in the analyses. INTERVENTIONS Patients were randomised to receive profound (posttetanic count 1 to 3) or moderate (train-of-four count 1 to 3) neuromuscular block. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcome was the early quality of recovery at postoperative day 1, measured by the Quality of Recovery-40 Questionnaire. Secondary outcomes were adverse events, postoperative pain, analgesic consumption and length-of-stay. RESULTS The intention-to-treat analysis did not show a difference with regard to the quality of recovery, pain scores, analgesic consumption and length-of-stay. Less intra-operative adverse events occurred in patients allocated to profound NMB (1/48 versus 6/48). Five patients allocated to a profound NMB received a moderate block and in two patients neuromuscular monitoring failed. The as-treated analysis revealed that pain scores were significantly lower at 6, 24 and 48 h after surgery. Moreover, the quality of recovery was significantly better at postoperative day 2 in patients receiving a profound versus moderate block (179.5 ± 13.6 versus 172.3 ± 19.2). CONCLUSION Secondary analysis indicates that an adequately maintained profound neuromuscular block improves postoperative pain scores and quality of recovery. As the intention-to-treat analysis did not reveal a difference regarding the primary endpoint, future studies should pursue whether a thoroughly maintained profound NMB during laparoscopy improves relevant patient outcomes. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT02838134.
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Díaz-Cambronero O, Mazzinari G, Flor Lorente B, García Gregorio N, Robles-Hernandez D, Olmedilla Arnal LE, Martin de Pablos A, Schultz MJ, Errando CL, Argente Navarro MP. Effect of an individualized versus standard pneumoperitoneum pressure strategy on postoperative recovery: a randomized clinical trial in laparoscopic colorectal surgery. Br J Surg 2020; 107:1605-1614. [DOI: 10.1002/bjs.11736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2020] [Revised: 04/20/2020] [Accepted: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Background
It remains uncertain whether individualization of pneumoperitoneum pressures during laparoscopic surgery improves postoperative recovery. This study compared an individualized pneumoperitoneum pressure (IPP) strategy with a standard pneumoperitoneum pressure (SPP) strategy with respect to postoperative recovery after laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Methods
This was a multicentre RCT. The IPP strategy comprised modified patient positioning, deep neuromuscular blockade, and abdominal wall prestretching targeting the lowest intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) that maintained acceptable workspace. The SPP strategy comprised patient positioning according to the surgeon's preference, moderate neuromuscular blockade and a fixed IAP of 12 mmHg. The primary endpoint was physiological postoperative recovery, assessed by means of the Postoperative Quality of Recovery Scale. Secondary endpoints included recovery in other domains and overall recovery, the occurrence of intraoperative and postoperative complications, duration of hospital stay, and plasma markers of inflammation up to postoperative day 3.
Results
Of 166 patients, 85 received an IPP strategy and 81 an SPP strategy. The IPP strategy was associated with a higher probability of physiological recovery (odds ratio (OR) 2·77, 95 per cent c.i. 1·19 to 6·40, P = 0·017; risk ratio (RR) 1·82, 1·79 to 1·87, P = 0·049). The IPP strategy was also associated with a higher probability of emotional (P = 0·013) and overall (P = 0·011) recovery. Intraoperative adverse events were less frequent with the IPP strategy (P < 0·001) and the plasma neutrophil–lymphocyte ratio was lower (P = 0·029). Other endpoints were not affected.
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In this cohort of patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery, an IPP strategy was associated with faster recovery, fewer intraoperative complications and less inflammation than an SPP strategy. Registration number: NCT02773173 (http://www.clinicaltrials.gov).
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- O Díaz-Cambronero
- Research Group in Perioperative Medicine, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
- Spanish Clinical Research Network (SCReN), SCReN-IIS La Fe, PT17/0017/0035, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
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- Research Group in Perioperative Medicine, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
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- Research Group in Perioperative Medicine, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
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- Department of Intensive Care and Laboratory of Experimental Intensive Care and Anaesthesiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Consorcio Hospital General Universitario de Valencia, Valencia, and Departments of Anaesthesiology, Castellón, Spain
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- Research Group in Perioperative Medicine, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe, Castellón, Spain
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Boggett S, Chahal R, Griffiths J, Lin J, Wang D, Williams Z, Riedel B, Bowyer A, Royse A, Royse C. A randomised controlled trial comparing deep neuromuscular blockade reversed with sugammadex with moderate neuromuscular block reversed with neostigmine. Anaesthesia 2020; 75:1153-1163. [DOI: 10.1111/anae.15094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- S. Boggett
- Department of Surgery University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia Peri‐operative and Pain Medicine Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Vic. Australia
- Centre for Integrated Critical Care Department of Medicine and Radiology University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia Royal Women's Hospital Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia Peri‐operative and Pain Medicine Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia Peri‐operative and Pain Medicine Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Surgery University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia Peri‐operative and Pain Medicine Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Melbourne Vic. Australia
- Centre for Integrated Critical Care Department of Medicine and Radiology University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management Royal Melbourne Hospital Melbourne Vic. Australia
- Department of Surgery University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Surgery University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery Royal Melbourne Hospital Melbourne Vic. Australia
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- Department of Surgery University of Melbourne Vic. Australia
- Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management Royal Melbourne Hospital Melbourne Vic. Australia
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Seo IY, Oh TH, Lee C. Is the amount of carbon dioxide gas used in urologic laparoscopic surgeries associated with postoperative pain? Investig Clin Urol 2020; 61:284-290. [PMID: 32377604 PMCID: PMC7189105 DOI: 10.4111/icu.2020.61.3.284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2019] [Accepted: 12/21/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Purpose We measured how much CO2 gas was used in urologic laparoscopic surgeries and studied whether the amount of gas was associated with postoperative pain. Materials and Methods Four hundred sixty-three patients underwent urologic laparoscopic surgeries by a single surgeon. All surgeries were performed by a transperitoneal approach under a 15-mm Hg pneumoperitoneum using CO2 gas. The amount of CO2 was measured. Neuromuscular blockade with rocuronium was performed during the surgery and patient-controlled analgesia was also applied. Postoperative pain was assessed four times for 24 hours using a 10-point visual analogue scale. Results The mean laparoscopic time was 75.65±38.19 minutes and the mean amount of CO2 gas used was 415.70±190.68 L. The mean score on the postoperative pain scale was 6.37±1.48 for 12 hours (sum of measurements taken at 6 and 12 hours after the surgery) and 11.72±2.46 for 24 hours (sum of measurements at 6, 12, 18, and 24 hours). In the statistical analysis, there were no correlations between the amount of CO2 used and pain scores for 12 and 24 hours postoperatively. There were no correlations between laparoscopic time and pain scores for 12 or 24 hours postoperatively. There were also no correlations between operative method and pain scores for 12 or 24 hours postoperatively. Conclusions We recorded the amount of CO2 gas used for each laparoscopic surgery. There was no correlation between the amount of CO2 used and postoperative pain. The lack of correlation may have been because the surgery was performed under anesthesia with deep neuromuscular blockade.
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- Ill Young Seo
- Department of Urology, Institute of Wonkwang Medical Science, Wonkwang University Hospital, Wonkwang University School of Medicine, Iksan, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Wonkwang Medical Science, Wonkwang University Hospital, Wonkwang University School of Medicine, Iksan, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Wonkwang University Hospital, Wonkwang University School of Medicine, Iksan, Korea
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Raval AD, Deshpande S, Rabar S, Koufopoulou M, Neupane B, Iheanacho I, Bash LD, Horrow J, Fuchs-Buder T. Does deep neuromuscular blockade during laparoscopy procedures change patient, surgical, and healthcare resource outcomes? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0231452. [PMID: 32298304 PMCID: PMC7161978 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0231452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2020] [Accepted: 03/24/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Background Deep neuromuscular blockade may facilitate the use of reduced insufflation pressure without compromising the surgical field of vision. The current evidence, which suggests improved surgical conditions compared with other levels of block during laparoscopic surgery, features significant heterogeneity. We examined surgical patient- and healthcare resource use-related outcomes of deep neuromuscular blockade compared with moderate neuromuscular blockade in adults undergoing laparoscopic surgery. Methods We conducted a systematic literature review according to the quality standards recommended by the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews. Randomized controlled trials comparing outcomes of deep neuromuscular blockade and moderate neuromuscular blockade among adults undergoing laparoscopic surgeries were included. A random-effects model was used to conduct pair-wise meta-analyses. Results The systematic literature review included 15 studies—only 13 were analyzable in the meta-analysis and none were judged to be at high risk of bias. Compared with moderate neuromuscular blockade, deep neuromuscular blockade was associated with improved surgical field of vision and higher vision quality scores. Also, deep neuromuscular blockade was associated with a reduction in the post-operative pain scores in the post-anesthesia care unit compared with moderate neuromuscular blockade, and there was no need for an increase in intra-abdominal pressure during the surgical procedures. There were minor savings on resource utilization, but no differences were seen in recovery in the post-anesthesia care unit or overall length of hospital stay with deep neuromuscular blockade. Conclusions Deep neuromuscular blockade may aid the patient and physician surgical experience by improving certain patient outcomes, such as post-operative pain and improved surgical ratings, compared with moderate neuromuscular blockade. Heterogeneity in the pooled estimates suggests the need for better designed randomized controlled trials.
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- Amit D. Raval
- Center for Observational and Real-world Evidence, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, United States of America
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- Evidence, Modeling, and Synthesis, Evidera Inc., London, England, United Kingdom
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- Evidence, Modeling, and Synthesis, Evidera Inc., London, England, United Kingdom
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- Evidence, Modeling, and Synthesis, Evidera Inc., London, England, United Kingdom
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- Evidence, Modeling, and Synthesis, Evidera Inc., London, England, United Kingdom
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- Evidence, Modeling, and Synthesis, Evidera Inc., London, England, United Kingdom
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- Center for Observational and Real-world Evidence, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, United States of America
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- Center for Observational and Real-world Evidence, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, United States of America
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- Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care, Brabois University Hospital, University de Lorraine, CHRU Nancy, Vandoeuvre-les-Nancy, France
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Wei Y, Li J, Sun F, Zhang D, Li M, Zuo Y. Low intra-abdominal pressure and deep neuromuscular blockade laparoscopic surgery and surgical space conditions: A meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e19323. [PMID: 32118762 PMCID: PMC7478474 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000019323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2019] [Revised: 01/13/2020] [Accepted: 01/25/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Low intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) and deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) are frequently used in laparoscopic abdominal surgery to improve surgical space conditions and decrease postoperative pain. The evidence supporting operations using low IAP and deep NMB is open to debate. METHODS The feasibility of the routine use of low IAP +deep NMB during laparoscopic surgery was examined. A meta-analysis is conducted with randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to compare the influence of low IAP + deep NMB vs. low IAP + moderate NMB, standard IAP +deep NMB, and standard IAP + moderate NMB during laparoscopic procedures on surgical space conditions, the duration of surgery and postoperative pain. RCTs were identified using the Cochrane, Embase, PubMed, and Web of Science databases from initiation to June 2019. Our search identified 9 eligible studies on the use of low IAP + deep NMB and surgical space conditions. RESULTS Low IAP + deep NMB during laparoscopic surgery did not improve the surgical space conditions when compared with the use of moderate NMB, with a mean difference (MD) of -0.09 (95% confidence interval (CI): -0.55-0.37). Subgroup analyses showed improved surgical space conditions with the use of low IAP + deep NMB compared with low IAP + moderate NMB, (MD = 0.63 [95% CI:0.06-1.19]), and slightly worse conditions compared with the use of standard IAP + deep NMB and standard IAP + moderate NMB, with MDs of -1.13(95% CI:-1.47 to 0.79) and -0.87(95% CI:-1.30 to 0.43), respectively. The duration of surgery did not improve with low IAP + deep NMB, (MD = 1.72 [95% CI: -1.69 to 5.14]), and no significant reduction in early postoperative pain was found in the deep-NMB group (MD = -0.14 [95% CI: -0.51 to 0.23]). CONCLUSION Low IAP +deep NMB is not significantly more effective than other IAP +NMB combinations for optimizing surgical space conditions, duration of surgery, or postoperative pain in this meta-analysis. Whether the use of low IAP + deep NMB results in fewer intraoperative complications, enhanced quality of recovery or both after laparoscopic surgery should be studied in the future.
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- Yiyong Wei
- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Sichuan
- The Research Units of West China (2018RU012), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Chengdu
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Sichuan
- The Research Units of West China (2018RU012), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Chengdu
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Penglai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Penglai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Sichuan
- The Research Units of West China (2018RU012), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Chengdu
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Sichuan
- The Research Units of West China (2018RU012), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Chengdu
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Sichuan
- The Research Units of West China (2018RU012), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Chengdu
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Williams WH, Cata JP, Lasala JD, Navai N, Feng L, Gottumukkala V. Effect of reversal of deep neuromuscular block with sugammadex or moderate block by neostigmine on shoulder pain in elderly patients undergoing robotic prostatectomy. Br J Anaesth 2020; 124:164-172. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bja.2019.09.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2019] [Revised: 09/06/2019] [Accepted: 09/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Bicket MC, Grant MC, Scott MJ, Terman GW, Wick EC, Wu CL. AAAPT Diagnostic Criteria for Acute Abdominal and Peritoneal Pain After Surgery. THE JOURNAL OF PAIN 2020; 21:1125-1137. [PMID: 32006701 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpain.2020.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2019] [Revised: 12/18/2019] [Accepted: 01/24/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Abdominal and peritoneal pain after surgery is common and burdensome, yet the lack of standardized diagnostic criteria for this type of acute pain impedes basic, translational, and clinical investigations. The collaborative effort among the Analgesic, Anesthetic, and Addiction Clinical Trial Translations, Innovations, Opportunities, and Networks, American Pain Society, and American Academy of Pain Medicine Pain Taxonomy (AAAPT) provides a systematic framework to classify acute painful conditions. Using this framework, a multidisciplinary working group reviewed the literature and developed core diagnostic criteria for acute abdominal and peritoneal pain after surgery. In this report, we apply the proposed AAAPT framework to 4 prototypical surgical procedures resulting in abdominal and peritoneal pain as examples: cesarean delivery, cholecystectomy, colorectal surgical procedures, and pancreas resection. These diagnostic criteria address the 3 most common surgical procedures performed in the United States, capture diverse surgical approaches, and may also be applied to other surgical procedures resulting in abdominal and peritoneal pain. Additional investigation regarding the validity and reliability of this framework will facilitate its adoption in research that advances our comprehension of mechanisms, deliver better treatments, and help prevent the transition of acute to chronic pain after surgery in the abdominal and peritoneal region. PERSPECTIVE: Using AAAPT, we present key diagnostic criteria for acute abdominal and peritoneal pain after surgery. We provide a systematic classification using 5 dimensions for abdominal and peritoneal pain that occurs after surgery, in addition to 4 specific surgical procedures: cesarean delivery, cholecystectomy, colorectal surgical procedures, and pancreas resection.
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- Mark C Bicket
- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; Center for Drug Safety and Effectiveness, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond, Virginia
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Surgery; The University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care & Pain Management; Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York; Department of Anesthesiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York
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Sao CH, Chan-Tiopianco M, Chung KC, Chen YJ, Horng HC, Lee WL, Wang PH. Pain after laparoscopic surgery: Focus on shoulder-tip pain after gynecological laparoscopic surgery. J Chin Med Assoc 2019; 82:819-826. [PMID: 31517775 DOI: 10.1097/jcma.0000000000000190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Laparoscopy, one of minimally invasive procedures, is a commonly used procedure in diagnosis and management of various kinds of clinical problems, including gynecologic organ-related diseases. Compared with conventional exploratory laparotomy, the benefits of laparoscopic surgery include reduction of surgical wound, decreasing in postoperative pain, shortening hospital stay, rapid recovery, and a better cosmetic result. However, there are still up to 80% of patients after laparoscopic surgery complaining of high levels of pain and needing pain relief. Postlaparoscopic pain can be separated into distinct causes, such as surgical trauma- or incision wound-associated inflammatory change, and pneumoperitoneum (carbon dioxide [CO2])-related morphological and biochemical changes of peritoneum and diaphragm. The latter is secondary to irritation, stretching, and foreign body stimulation, leading to phrenic neuropraxia and subsequent shoulder-tip pain (STP). STP is the most typical unpleasant experience of patients after laparoscopic surgery. There are at least 11 strategies available to attempt to decrease postlaparoscopic STP, including (1) the use of an alternative insufflating gas in place of CO2, (2) the use of low-pressure pneumoperitoneum in place of standard-pressure pneumoperitoneum, (3) the use of warmed or warmed and humidified CO2, (4) gasless laparoscopy, (5) subdiaphragmatic intraperitoneal anesthesia, (6) local intraperitoneal anesthesia, (7) actively expelling out of gas, (8) intraperitoneal drainage, (9) fluid instillation, (10) pulmonary recruitment maneuvers, and (11) others and combination. The present article is limited in discussing postlaparoscopic STP. We extensively review published articles to provide a better strategy to reduce postlaparoscopic STP.
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- Chih-Hsuan Sao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Medicine, Cheng-Hsin General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Medical Research, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, ROC
- Female Cancer Foundation, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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Effects of depth of neuromuscular block on postoperative pain during laparoscopic gastrectomy. Eur J Anaesthesiol 2019; 36:863-870. [DOI: 10.1097/eja.0000000000001082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Neuromuscular blockade (TOF count = 0) can improve tracheal intubation and microlaryngeal surgery. It is also frequently used in many surgical fields including both nonlaparoscopic and laparoscopic surgery to improve surgical conditions and to prevent sudden muscle contractions. Currently there is a controversy regarding the need and the clinical benefits of deep neuromuscular blockade for different surgical procedures. Deep neuromuscular relaxation improves laparoscopic surgical space conditions only marginally when using low intra-abdominal pressure. There is no outcome-relevant advantage of low compared to higher intra-abdominal pressures, but worsen the surgical conditions. Postoperative, residual curarisation can be avoided by algorithm-based pharmacological reversing and quantitative neuromuscular monitoring.
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- Klinik für Anaesthesiologie, Universitätsklinikum Regensburg, Universität Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93051, Regensburg, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Anaesthesiologie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, München, Deutschland
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Radosa JC, Radosa MP, Schweitzer PA, Radosa CG, Stotz L, Hamza A, Takacs Z, Lepper PM, Wagenpfeil S, Linxweiler M, Morinello E, Solomayer EF. Impact of different intraoperative CO 2 pressure levels (8 and 15 mmHg) during laparoscopic hysterectomy performed due to benign uterine pathologies on postoperative pain and arterial pCO 2 : a prospective randomised controlled clinical trial. BJOG 2019; 126:1276-1285. [PMID: 31136069 DOI: 10.1111/1471-0528.15826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/21/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of two different intraoperative CO2 pressures (8 and 15 mmHg) during laparoscopic hysterectomy for benign uterine pathologies in terms of postoperative abdominal and shoulder pain, laparoscopy-mediated vegetative alterations, pain medication requirement, arterial CO2 pressure (pCO2 ), surgical parameters, and safety. DESIGN Prospective randomised controlled study. SETTING German university hospital. POPULATION Female patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy for benign uterine pathologies. METHODS Patients were randomised to a standard pressure (SP; 15 mmHg, control) or low-pressure (LP; 8 mmHg, experimental) group. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Primary outcomes were postoperative abdominal and shoulder pain intensities, measured via numeric rating scale (NRS) and vegetative parameters (fatigue, nausea, vomiting, bloating) at 3, 24, and 48 hours postoperatively. Secondary outcomes were pain medication requirement (mg) and arterial pCO2 (mmHg). Surgical parameters and intra- and postoperative complications were also recorded. RESULTS In total, 178 patients were included. Patients in the LP group (n = 91) showed significantly lower postoperative abdominal and shoulder pain scores, fewer vegetative alterations, lower pain medication requirements, a shorter postoperative hospitalization, and lower intra- and postoperative arterial pCO2 values compared with the SP group (n = 87; P ≤ 0.01). No differences in intra- and postoperative complications were observed between groups. CONCLUSIONS Low-pressure laparoscopy seems to be an effective and safe technique for the reduction of postoperative pain and laparoscopy-induced metabolic and vegetative alterations following laparoscopic hysterectomy for benign indications. TWEETABLE ABSTRACT Low-pressure laparoscopy seems to be an effective and safe technique for reduction of pain following laparoscopic hysterectomy.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Gynaecology, University Hospital of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Dresden University Hospital, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Pneumology, Allergology and Critical Care Medicine, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Biometry, Epidemiology& Medical Informatics, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saarland University Hospital, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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Deep neuromuscular blockade improves surgical conditions during gastric bypass surgery for morbid obesity. Eur J Anaesthesiol 2019; 36:486-493. [DOI: 10.1097/eja.0000000000000996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Comparison of Operating Conditions, Postoperative Pain and Recovery, and Overall Satisfaction of Surgeons with Deep vs. No Neuromuscular Blockade for Spinal Surgery under General Anesthesia: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8040498. [PMID: 31013693 PMCID: PMC6518127 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8040498] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Revised: 04/02/2019] [Accepted: 04/09/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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We aimed to investigate operating conditions, postoperative pain, and overall satisfaction of surgeons using deep neuromuscular blockade (NMB) vs. no NMB in patients undergoing lumbar spinal surgery under general anesthesia. Eighty-three patients undergoing lumbar fusion were randomly assigned to receive deep NMB (n = 43) or no NMB (n = 40). In the deep-NMB group, rocuronium was administered to maintain deep NMB (train-of-four count 0, post-tetanic count 1–2) until the end of surgery. In the no-NMB group, sugammadex 4 mg/kg at train-of-four (TOF) count 0–1 or sugammadex 2 mg/kg at TOF count ≥2 was administered to reverse the NMB 10 min after placing the patient prone. Peak inspiratory airway pressure, plateau airway pressure, lumbar retractor pressure significantly were lower in the deep-NMB group. Degree of surgical field bleeding (0–5), muscle tone (1–3), and satisfaction (1–10) rated by the surgeon were all superior in the deep-NMB group. Pain scores, rescue fentanyl consumption in post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), and postoperative patient-controlled analgesia consumption were significantly lower in the deep-NMB group, and this group had a shorter length of stay in PACU. Compared to no NMB, deep NMB provides better operating conditions, reduced postoperative pain and higher overall satisfaction in lumbar spinal surgery.
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Lirk P, Thiry J, Bonnet MP, Joshi GP, Bonnet F. Pain management after laparoscopic hysterectomy: systematic review of literature and PROSPECT recommendations. Reg Anesth Pain Med 2019; 44:425-436. [DOI: 10.1136/rapm-2018-100024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2018] [Revised: 12/23/2018] [Accepted: 12/31/2018] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Background and objectivesLaparoscopic hysterectomy is increasingly performed because it is associated with less postoperative pain and earlier recovery as compared with open abdominal hysterectomy. The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the available literature regarding the management of pain after laparoscopic hysterectomy.Strategy and selection criteriaRandomized controlled trials evaluating postoperative pain after laparoscopic hysterectomy published between January 1996 and May 2018 were retrieved, according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, from the EMBASE and MEDLINE databases and the Cochrane Register of Controlled Trials. Efficacy and adverse effects of analgesic techniques were assessed.ResultsOf the 281 studies initially identified, 56 were included. Of these, 31 assessed analgesic or anesthetic interventions and 25 assessed surgical interventions. Acetaminophen, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and dexamethasone reduced opioid consumption. Limited evidence hindered recommendations on alpha-2-agonists. Inconsistent evidence was found in the studies investigating pregabalin and transversus abdominis plane block, and no evidence was found for intraperitoneal local anesthetics, port site infiltration, or single-port laparoscopy. Measures to lower peritoneal insufflation pressure or humidify or heat insufflated gas seem to reduce the incidence of shoulder pain, but not abdominal pain.ConclusionsThe baseline analgesic regimen for laparoscopic hysterectomy should include acetaminophen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, dexamethasone, and opioids as rescue analgesics.
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Kaloo P, Armstrong S, Kaloo C, Jordan V. Interventions to reduce shoulder pain following gynaecological laparoscopic procedures. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2019; 1:CD011101. [PMID: 30699235 PMCID: PMC6353625 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd011101.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopy is a common procedure used to diagnose and treat various gynaecological conditions. Shoulder-tip pain (STP) as a result of the laparoscopy occurs in up to 80% of women, with potential for significant morbidity, delayed discharge and readmission. Interventions at the time of gynaecological laparoscopy have been developed in an attempt to reduce the incidence and severity of STP. OBJECTIVES To determine the effectiveness and safety of methods for reducing the incidence and severity of shoulder-tip pain (STP) following gynaecological laparoscopy. SEARCH METHODS We searched the following databases: Cochrane Gynaecology and Fertility (CGF) Specialised Register, the Cochrane Central Register of Studies Online (CRSO), MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO and CINAHL from inception to 8 August 2018. We also searched the reference lists of relevant articles and registers of ongoing trials. SELECTION CRITERIA Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of interventions used during or immediately after gynaecological laparoscopy to reduce the incidence or severity of STP. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS We used standard methodological procedures expected by Cochrane. Primary outcomes: incidence or severity of STP and adverse events of the interventions; secondary outcomes: analgesia usage, delay in discharge, readmission rates, quality-of-life scores and healthcare costs. MAIN RESULTS We included 32 studies (3284 women). Laparoscopic procedures in these studies varied from diagnostic procedures to complex operations. The quality of the evidence ranged from very low to moderate. The main limitations were risk of bias, imprecision and inconsistency.Specific technique versus "standard" technique for releasing the pneumoperitoneumUse of a specific technique of releasing the pneumoperitoneum (pulmonary recruitment manoeuvre, extended assisted ventilation or actively aspirating intra-abdominal gas) reduced the severity of STP at 24 hours (standardised mean difference (SMD) -0.66, 95% confidence interval (CI) -0.82 to -0.50; 5 RCTs; 670 participants; I2 = 0%, low-quality evidence) and reduced analgesia usage (SMD -0.53, 95% CI -0.70 to -0.35; 4 RCTs; 570 participants; I2 = 91%, low-quality evidence). There appeared to be little or no difference in the incidence of STP at 24 hours (odds ratio (OR) 0.87, 95% CI 0.41 to 1.82; 1 RCT; 118 participants; low-quality evidence).No adverse events occurred in the only study assessing this outcome.Fluid instillation versus no fluid instillationFluid instillation is probably associated with a reduction in STP incidence (OR 0.38, 95% CI 0.22 to 0.66; 2 RCTs; 220 participants; I2 = 0%, moderate-quality evidence) and severity (mean difference (MD) (0 to 10 visual analogue scale (VAS) scale) -2.27, 95% CI -3.06 to -1.48; 2 RCTs; 220 participants; I2 = 29%, moderate-quality evidence) at 24 hours, and may reduce analgesia usage (MD -12.02, 95% CI -23.97 to -0.06; 2 RCTs; 205 participants, low-quality evidence).No study measured adverse events.Intraperitoneal drain versus no intraperitoneal drainUsing an intraperitoneal drain may reduce the incidence of STP at 24 hours (OR 0.30, 95% CI 0.20 to 0.46; 3 RCTs; 417 participants; I2 = 90%, low-quality evidence) and may reduce analgesia use within 48 hours post-operatively (SMD -1.84, 95% CI -2.14 to -1.54; 2 RCTs; 253 participants; I2 = 90%). We are uncertain whether it reduces the severity of STP at 24 hours, as the evidence was very low quality (MD (0 to 10 VAS scale) -1.85, 95% CI -2.15 to -1.55; 3 RCTs; 320 participants; I2 = 70%).No study measured adverse events.Subdiaphragmatic intraperitoneal local anaesthetic versus control (no fluid instillation, normal saline or Ringer's lactate)There is probably little or no difference between the groups in incidence of STP (OR 0.72, 95% CI 0.42 to 1.23; 4 RCTs; 336 participants; I2 = 0%; moderate-quality evidence) and there may be no difference in STP severity (MD -1.13, 95% CI -2.52 to 0.26; 1 RCT; 50 participants; low-quality evidence), both measured at 24 hours. However, the intervention may reduce post-operative analgesia use (SMD-0.57, 95% CI -0.94 to -0.21; 2 RCTs; 129 participants; I2 = 51%, low-quality evidence).No adverse events occurred in any study.Local anaesthetic into peritoneal cavity (not subdiaphragmatic) versus normal salineLocal anaesthetic into the peritoneal cavity may reduce the incidence of STP at 4 to 8 hours post-operatively (OR 0.23, 95% CI 0.06 to 0.93; 2 RCTs; 157 participants; I2 = 56%; low-quality evidence). Our other outcomes of interest were not assessed.Warmed, or warmed and humidified CO2 versus unwarmed and unhumidified CO2There may be no difference between these interventions in incidence of STP at 24 to 48 hours (OR 0.81 95% CI 0.45 to 1.49; 2 RCTs; 194 participants; I2 = 12%; low-quality evidence) or in analgesia usage within 48 hours (MD -4.97 mg morphine, 95% CI -11.25 to 1.31; 1 RCT; 95 participants; low-quality evidence); there is probably little or no difference in STP severity at 24 hours (MD (0 to 10 VAS scale) 0.11, 95% CI -0.75 to 0.97; 2 RCTs; 157 participants; I2 = 50%; moderate-quality evidence).No study measured adverse events.Gasless laparoscopy versus CO2 insufflationGasless laparoscopy may be associated with increased severity of STP within 72 hours post-operatively when compared with standard treatment (MD 3.8 (0 to 30 VAS scale), 95% CI 0.76 to 6.84; 1 RCT; 54 participants, low-quality evidence), and there may be no difference in the risk of adverse events (OR 2.56, 95% CI 0.25 to 26.28; 1 RCT; 54 participants; low-quality evidence).No study measured the incidence of STP. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS There is low to moderate-quality evidence that the following interventions are associated with a reduction in the incidence or severity, or both, of STP, or a reduction in analgesia requirements for women undergoing gynaecological laparoscopy: a specific technique for releasing the pneumoperitoneum; intraperitoneal fluid instillation; an intraperitoneal drain; and local anaesthetic applied to the peritoneal cavity (not subdiaphragmatic).There is low to moderate-quality evidence that subdiaphragmatic intraperitoneal local anaesthetic and warmed and humidified insufflating gas may not make a difference to the incidence or severity of STP.There is low-quality evidence that gasless laparoscopy may increase the severity of STP, compared with standard treatment.Few studies reported data on adverse events. Some potentially useful interventions have not been studied by RCTs of gynaecological laparoscopy.
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- Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustWomen's CentreGloucester Royal HospitalGloucesterUKGL1 3NN
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- University of SheffieldDepartment of Oncology & MetabolismAcademic Unit of Reproductive and Developmental MedicineLevel 4, The Jessop WingSheffieldUKS10 2SF
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- Cheltenham General HospitalDepartment of AnaestheticsCheltenhamUKGL53 7AN
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- University of AucklandDepartment of Obstetrics and GynaecologyPrivate Bag 92019AucklandNew Zealand1003
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Laučytė-Cibulskienė A, Miglinas M, Želvys A, Čekauskas A. Successful laparoscopic living donor nephrectomy: first experience in Lithuania. Acta Med Litu 2019; 26:140-146. [PMID: 31632189 PMCID: PMC6779470 DOI: 10.6001/actamedica.v26i2.4035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2019] [Accepted: 05/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of this paper is to share the initial results of LLDN in high-volume university centre that is performing laparoscopic nephrectomies for other indications. MATERIALS AND METHODS During 2017, four LLDNs were performed. The transperitoneal approach was used in all cases and the kidney was removed using a suprapubic incision. All donors and recipients were prospectively analysed within six-month follow-up. The patients' clinical, laboratory, and operation-related data were collected from direct interviews with them and from medical records. All patients signed written informed consent. RESULTS One male and three females donated their left kidneys by using the LLDN technique. The mean age was 58 ± 9 years; two of them with a history of previous cholecystectomy. All donated kidneys had a single renal artery and renal vein. Pre-operative average eGFR was 94.2 ± 7.1 ml/min/1.73 m2, immediately after LLDN 57.5 ± 10.3 ml/min/1.73 m2, after one month 56.0 ± 9.1 ml/min/1.73 m2. There were no intraoperative complications; surgery duration was 223.75 ± 21.74 min, the cold ischemia time was 77.5 ± 28.77 min, and the warm ischemia time 6.37 ± 3.14 min. There was one postoperative donor complication, one case of acute kidney injury, and one case of prolonged postoperative abdominal pain. The only recipient complication was one case of acute kidney rejection; there were no cases of delayed graft function. CONCLUSIONS Our initial experience confirms that LLDN is an approach that is easy to learn, especially in a high-volume university hospital with expertise in performing laparoscopic nephrectomies for other indications.
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- Agnė Laučytė-Cibulskienė
- Clinic of Gastronenterology, Nephrourology, and Abdominal Surgery, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vilnius University, Vilnius, Lithuania
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Neuromuscular monitoring devices were introduced into clinical practice in the 1970s. Qualitative neuromuscular monitors, or peripheral nerve stimulators, provide an electrical stimulus to a motor nerve and the response of corresponding muscle subjectively evaluated. A standard peripheral nerve stimulator provides several patterns of nerve stimulation, including train-of-four (TOF), double-burst, tetanic, and post-tetanic count. Qualitative (and quantitative) monitors are needed to determine onset of neuromuscular blockade, maintain the required depth of muscle relaxation during the surgical procedure, and assess an appropriate dose of reversal agent. However, absence of fade measured with a peripheral nerve stimulator does not exclude residual neuromuscular block; TOF ratios as low as 0.4-0.6 may be present when fade is no longer observed. In addition, the risk of incomplete neuromuscular recovery may be influenced by monitoring site. The adductor pollicis is more sensitive to the effects of neuromuscular blocking agents (compared to the muscles surrounding the eye), and monitoring at this site may more accurately reflect recovery of pharyngeal muscles (the last muscles to recover from the effects of neuromuscular blocking agents, in which dysfunction may persist even at a TOF ratio of 1.0). Quantitative monitors are devices that measure and quantify the degree of muscle weakness and display the results numerically. Several different technologies have been developed, including mechanomyography, electromyography, acceleromyography, kineograph, and phonomyography. Lower doses of anticholinesterases may be used to effectively reverse neuromuscular blockade at TOF ratios of 0.4-0.6; quantitative monitoring is required to determine that this level of neuromuscular recovery has occurred. As clinical tests of muscle strength, peripheral nerve stimulators are unable to determine whether full recovery of neuromuscular function is present at the end of the surgical procedure. The use of quantitative monitors is essential in excluding clinically important muscle weakness (TOF ratios <0.9 to 1.0) at the time of tracheal extubation.
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- Glenn S Murphy
- From the Department of Anesthesiology, NorthShore University HealthSystem, University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
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Bruintjes MH, Albers KI, Gurusamy KS, Rovers MM, van Laarhoven CJHM, Warle MC. Deep neuromuscular blockade in adults undergoing an abdominal laparoscopic procedure. Hippokratia 2018. [DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd013197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- Moira H Bruintjes
- Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center; Department of Surgery; Geert Grooteplein Zuid 10 Nijmegen Netherlands 6525 GA
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- Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre; Department of Anesthesiology; Nijmegen Netherlands
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- University College London; Division of Surgery and Interventional Science; 9th Floor, Royal Free Hospital Rowland Hill Street London UK NW3 2PF
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- Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre; Department of Operating Rooms; Hp 630, route 631 PO Box 9101 Nijmegen Netherlands 6500 HB
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- Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre; Department of Surgery; PO Box 9101 internal code 618 Nijmegen Netherlands 6500 HB
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- Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center; Department of Surgery; Geert Grooteplein Zuid 10 Nijmegen Netherlands 6525 GA
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De Robertis E, Caprino Miceli A, Colombo GL, Corcione A, Leykin Y, Scudeller L, Vizza E, Scollo P. Effects of Deep Versus Moderate Neuromuscular Blockade in Laparoscopic Gynecologic Surgery on Postoperative Pain and Surgical Conditions: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR Res Protoc 2018; 7:e131. [PMID: 29986847 PMCID: PMC6056743 DOI: 10.2196/resprot.9277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2017] [Revised: 02/28/2018] [Accepted: 02/28/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background Postoperative pain, especially shoulder pain, is commonly reported after laparoscopic gynecologic procedures. Some studies suggest that a lower insufflation pressure may reduce the risk of postoperative pain; however, there is no agreement on the optimal pneumoperitoneum pressure during gynecologic laparoscopic surgery or whether lower pressure would lead to clinically significant improvements without increasing operative complications. Questions remain regarding the clinical significance of improvements, safety, and cost-effectiveness of deep neuromuscular blockade with low-pressure pneumoperitoneum. Objective The primary objective of this study was to assess the superiority of anesthesia with deep neuromuscular blockade with pneumoperitoneum 8 mm Hg over moderate blockade with pneumoperitoneum 12 mm Hg in terms of overall pain 24 hours after surgery in adult women undergoing pelvic surgery for hysterectomy or benign adnexal diseases. Effects on the intensity and timing of postoperative pain in specific locations, surgeon satisfaction, respiratory and hemodynamic stability, operating times, and direct and indirect costs will be assessed. Methods In this multicenter, randomized controlled trial with a superiority design, 300 patients will be randomly allocated in the ratio 1:1 to moderate neuromuscular blockade with a target insufflation pressure of 12 mm Hg or deep neuromuscular blockade with a target insufflation pressure of 8 mm Hg, with stratification by type of surgery and clinical center. The patient, the statistician, and the nurse who will assess the primary endpoint will be blinded to the allocation. Results Recruitment to this trial is expected to open in June 2018 and is expected to close in June 2019. Conclusions This study is designed to confirm the reported benefits of postoperative pain and provide additional data needed to address questions regarding the effects of this intervention on operating theater management and direct and indirect costs. Strengths of this protocol include the large sample size distributed among diverse institutions across the Italian territory and the collection and analysis of data on numerous secondary objectives. Limitations include the possible introduction of bias because the surgeon and anesthesiologist are not blinded to the intervention. Registered Report Identifier RR1-10.2196/9277
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- Edoardo De Robertis
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Section of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, University Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Drug Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Pavia, Italy, Milan, Italy.,Studi Analisi Valutazioni Economiche, Milan, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery, AORN dei Colli Vincenzo Monaldi Hospital, Napoli, Italy
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- Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Azienda per l'Assistenza Sanitaria n. 5 - Friuli Occidentale, Pordenone, Italy
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- Scientific Direction, Clinical Epidemiology Unit, IRCCS San Matteo Foundation, Pavia, Italy
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- Gynecologic Oncology, Regina Elena Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Maternity and Early Childhood Department, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Cannizzaro Hospital, Catania, Italy
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