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Deiling B, Mullen K, Shilling AM. Continuous Catheter Techniques. Anesthesiol Clin 2024; 42:317-328. [PMID: 38705679 DOI: 10.1016/j.anclin.2023.11.012] [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] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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Continuous peripheral nerve block catheters are simple in concept: percutaneously inserting a catheter adjacent to a peripheral nerve. This procedure is followed by local anesthetic infusion via the catheter that can be titrated to effect for extended anesthesia or analgesia in the perioperative period. The reported benefits of peripheral nerve catheters used in the surgical population include improved pain scores, decreased narcotic use, decreased nausea/vomiting, decreased pruritus, decreased sedation, improved sleep, and improved patient satisfaction.
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- Brittany Deiling
- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800710, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0710, USA.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800710, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0710, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800710, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0710, USA
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Deiling B, Mullen K, Shilling AM. Continuous Catheter Techniques. Clin Sports Med 2022; 41:317-328. [PMID: 35300843 DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2021.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Continuous peripheral nerve block catheters are simple in concept: percutaneously inserting a catheter adjacent to a peripheral nerve. This procedure is followed by local anesthetic infusion via the catheter that can be titrated to effect for extended anesthesia or analgesia in the perioperative period. The reported benefits of peripheral nerve catheters used in the surgical population include improved pain scores, decreased narcotic use, decreased nausea/vomiting, decreased pruritus, decreased sedation, improved sleep, and improved patient satisfaction.
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- Brittany Deiling
- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800710, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0710, USA.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800710, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0710, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 800710, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0710, USA
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Effect of Ropivacaine-Loaded Magnetic Nanoparticles on Ankle Nerve Block in Rats. COMPUTATIONAL AND MATHEMATICAL METHODS IN MEDICINE 2021; 2021:8553015. [PMID: 34899971 PMCID: PMC8660227 DOI: 10.1155/2021/8553015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Aim Our study is to determine the influence of ropivacaine-loaded magnetic nanoparticles (MNP/Rop) on ankle nerve block in rats. Materials and Methods MNP/Rop was prepared and then injected intravenously into rats to evaluate its anesthetic effect on rat limbs. Mechanical pain thresholds paw withdrawal threshold (PWT) and paw withdrawal thermal latency (PWL) were employed for the assessment of ankle nerve block in rats. Results PWT increased from T1 to T4 in each group (P < 0.05). The intergroup comparison determined no distinct difference in the PWT value among the three series at T1 (P > 0.05); however, PWT values at T2-T4 were higher in nerve block control group (NBCG) and MNP/Rop group than in blank group (BG), and they remained slightly higher in MNP/Rop group than in NBCG. The intragroup comparison revealed that from T1 to T4, PWL in each group showed a rising trend. The PWL at T1 showed no evident difference among the three series (P > 0.05); however, PWL values at T2-T4 were higher in NBCG and MNP/Rop group than in BG, and they remained slightly higher in MNP/Rop group than in NBCG. In MNP/Rop group, both PWT and PWL increased with the increase of Fe3O4 load in MNP/Rop (P < 0.05), while PWT and PWL remained unchanged when the load was 2.189%; moreover, PWT and PWL elevated as Rop concentration increased in MNP/Rop (P < 0.05), while they kept unaltered under 40 μL 1% Rop. Conclusion Intravenous injection of MNP/Rop into rats and inhalation of MNP into the ankle joint can effectively block ankle nerve conduction in rats.
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Anesthesia management during hallux valgus surgery trends toward multimodal pain control. Locoregional anesthesia with peripheral nerve blocks and wound instillation increase pain control. Peripheral nerve blocks as first-line analgesia are effective with minimal side effects. Local wound instillation has a variable but positive effect with minimal negative side effects. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in bone-to-bone healing remain controversial; however, they reduce opiate requirements and enhance patient satisfaction. Opiate agonists remain the mainstay for postoperative pain; long-acting formulations minimize pain crises. Multimodal analgesia with locoregional anesthesia facilitate the progress of hallux valgus surgery as an outpatient procedure.
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- Max Seiter
- Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 W Meadow Dr., Vail, CO 81657, USA
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, 900 NW 17th Street, Miami, FL 33136, USA.
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Capdevila X, Iohom G, Choquet O, Delaney P, Apan A. Catheter use in regional anesthesia: pros and cons. Minerva Anestesiol 2019; 85:1357-1364. [PMID: 31630506 DOI: 10.23736/s0375-9393.19.13581-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Continuous peripheral nerve blocks refer to a local anesthetic solution administered via perineurally placed catheters in an effort to extend the benefits of a single-shot peripheral nerve block. They offer several advantages in the postoperative period including excellent analgesia, reduced opioid consumption and associated side effects, enhanced rehabilitation and improved patient satisfaction. The current trend towards less invasive, one-day surgery and enhanced recovery programs may decrease the requirement of catheter use. Prolonged motor block in particular is associated with undesirable outcomes. Should we routinely use continuous peripheral nerve blocks in our daily practice? This PRO-CON debate aims at answering the question from the experts' perspectives. Fascial compartment and wound catheters are outside the scope of this debate.
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- Xavier Capdevila
- Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, Lapeyronie University Hospital, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Cork University Hospital, Cork, Ireland
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- Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, Lapeyronie University Hospital, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Cork University Hospital, Cork, Ireland
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Giresun University Hospital, Giresun, Turkey -
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Ma HH, Chou TFA, Tsai SW, Chen CF, Wu PK, Chen WM. The efficacy and safety of continuous versus single-injection popliteal sciatic nerve block in outpatient foot and ankle surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019; 20:441. [PMID: 31601208 PMCID: PMC6788034 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-019-2822-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Background Continuous popliteal sciatic nerve block (CPSNB) has been performed in outpatient foot and ankle surgery as a regional anesthesia method to relieve postoperative pain. Its efficacy as well as safety is yet to be established. There are two purposes of this study: (1) to validate the efficacy of CPSNB with regards to better pain relief and reduced analgesics consumption; (2) to assess the safety of CPSNB. Methods We performed a comprehensive literature review on Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, PubMed and Embase and only included randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Five RCTs that compared the efficacy and safety of CPSNB with the single-injection popliteal sciatic nerve block group were included. The primary outcome parameters were visual analog scale (VAS) scores at postoperative 24, 48 and 72 h. The secondary outcome parameters were amount of oral analgesics consumed, overall patient satisfaction and need of admission after surgery. A sensitivity analysis was performed to explore the consistency of the results. Results In comparison with the single-injection group, CPSNB was associated with a lower VAS score at postoperative 24 and 48 h (p < 0.05). There were no neuropathic symptoms or infection events after the nerve block. However, there were several minor complications associated with the pump and catheter system, with drug leakage being the most common complication (N = 26 of 187, 13.9%). Conclusion CPSNB is an effective method in pain management for outpatient foot and ankle surgery. Both methods appear to be safe as none of the patients experienced neuropathic symptoms or infection. Further studies with larger sample size are needed to compare the risk of major complications between the two methods. Level of evidence I; meta-analysis.
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- Hsuan-Hsiao Ma
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec 2, Shi-Pai Road, Taipei, 112, Taiwan.,Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec 2, Shi-Pai Road, Taipei, 112, Taiwan.,Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec 2, Shi-Pai Road, Taipei, 112, Taiwan. .,Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec 2, Shi-Pai Road, Taipei, 112, Taiwan.,Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec 2, Shi-Pai Road, Taipei, 112, Taiwan.,Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec 2, Shi-Pai Road, Taipei, 112, Taiwan.,Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Hauritz RW, Hannig KE, Balocco AL, Peeters G, Hadzic A, Børglum J, Bendtsen TF. Peripheral nerve catheters: A critical review of the efficacy. Best Pract Res Clin Anaesthesiol 2019; 33:325-339. [PMID: 31785718 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpa.2019.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2019] [Accepted: 07/11/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Continuous peripheral nerve blocks are commonly used for postoperative analgesia after surgery. However, catheter failure may occur due to either primary (incorrect insertion) or secondary reasons (displacement, obstruction, disconnection). Catheter failure results in unanticipated pain, need for opioid use, and risk of readmission or delay in hospital discharge. This review aimed to assess definition and frequency of catheter failure, and discuss the alternatives to prolong duration of single-shot nerve blocks. A literature search was performed on peripheral catheters reporting failure as the main outcome measure. Thirty-three studies met the selection criteria, comprising 2711 catheters. Literature review suggests that peripheral nerve catheters have clinically significant failure rate when the assessment is performed using an objective (imaging) method. Subjective methods of assessment (without imaging) may underestimate the incidence of catheter failure.
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- Rasmus W Hauritz
- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Kolding Hospital, Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Kolding Hospital, Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg, Schiepse Bos 6, 3600, Genk, Belgium.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg, Schiepse Bos 6, 3600, Genk, Belgium.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg, Schiepse Bos 6, 3600, Genk, Belgium.
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Denmark
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Nontshe M, Khan S, Mandebvu T, Merrifield B, Rodseth RN. Sample-size determination and adherence in randomised controlled trials published in anaesthetic journals. SOUTHERN AFRICAN JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIA AND ANALGESIA 2018. [DOI: 10.1080/22201181.2018.1439602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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- M Nontshe
- Metropolitan Department of Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Pain Management, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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- Metropolitan Department of Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Pain Management, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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- Metropolitan Department of Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Pain Management, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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- Metropolitan Department of Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Pain Management, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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- Metropolitan Department of Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Pain Management, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Outcomes Research Consortium, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Jarrell K, McDonald E, Shakked R, Nicholson K, Kasper V, Raikin SM. Combined Popliteal Catheter With Single-Injection vs Continuous-Infusion Saphenous Nerve Block for Foot and Ankle Surgery. Foot Ankle Int 2018; 39:332-337. [PMID: 29254445 DOI: 10.1177/1071100717744331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The increasing scope and complexity of foot and ankle procedures performed in an outpatient setting require more intensive perioperative analgesia. Regional anesthesia (popliteal and saphenous nerve blocks) has been proven to provide satisfactory pain management, decreased postoperative opioid use, and earlier patient discharge. This can be further augmented with the placement of a continuous-flow catheter, typically inserted into the popliteal nerve region. This study investigated the use of a combined popliteal and saphenous continuous-flow catheter nerve block compared to a single popliteal catheter and single-injection saphenous nerve block in postoperative pain management after ambulatory foot and ankle surgery. METHODS A prospective study was conducted using 60 patients who underwent foot and ankle surgery performed in an outpatient setting. Demographic data, degree of medial operative involvement, American Society of Anesthesiologists physical classification system, anesthesia time, and postanesthesia care unit time were recorded. Outcome measures included pain satisfaction, numeric pain scores (NPS) at rest and with activity, and opioid intake. Patients were also classified by degree of saphenous nerve involvement in the operative procedure, by the surgeon who was blinded to the anesthesia randomization. RESULTS Patients in the dual-catheter group took significantly less opioid medication on the day of surgery and postoperative day 1 (POD 1) compared to the single-catheter group ( P = .02). The dual-catheter group reported significantly greater satisfaction with pain at POD 1 and POD 3 and a significantly lower NPS at POD 1, 2, and 3. This trend was observed in all 3 subgroups of medial operative involvement. CONCLUSION Patients in the single-catheter group reported more pain, less satisfaction with pain control, and increased opioid use on POD 1, suggesting dual-catheter use was superior to single-injection nerve blocks with regard to managing early postoperative pain in outpatient foot and ankle surgery. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, prospective cohort study.
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- Kathleen Jarrell
- 1 Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 2 Rothman Institute Department of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 2 Rothman Institute Department of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 2 Rothman Institute Department of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 2 Rothman Institute Department of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Finsterwald M, Muster M, Farshad M, Saporito A, Brada M, Aguirre JA. Spinal versus general anesthesia for lumbar spine surgery in high risk patients: Perioperative hemodynamic stability, complications and costs. J Clin Anesth 2018; 46:3-7. [PMID: 29316474 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2018.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2017] [Revised: 12/19/2017] [Accepted: 01/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE More stable perioperative hemodynamic conditions, lower costs and a lower perioperative complication rate were reported in young healthy patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery in spinal anesthesia (SA) compared to general anesthesia (GA). However, the benefits of SA in high risk patients (ASA≥II suffering from cardiovascular and/or pulmonary pathologies) undergoing this surgery are unclear. Our objective was to analyze whether SA leads to an improved perioperative hemodynamic stability and to a more cost-effective management compared to GA in high risk patients undergoing this surgery. METHODS In a retrospective analysis 146 ASA II-III patients who underwent lumbar spine surgery in SA were compared with 292 ASA I-III patients who were operated in GA between 2000 and 2014. Hemodynamic effects, hospitalization times, complications, and costs according to the Swiss billing system were assessed. The data extraction was conducted according to Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) initiative for cohort studies. RESULTS The patients in the SA group were older (75years (±9.6) vs 69 (±11.5), p<0.001), had a lower BMI (25.8kg/m2 (±4.8) vs 27.2 (±4.7), p=0.003) and showed a higher ASA score (3 vs 2, p<0.001). However, SA was associated with significantly better perioperative hemodynamic stability with less need for intraoperative vasopressors (15% vs 57%, p<0.001), volume supplementation (1113ml ±458 vs 1589±644, p<0.001) and transfusions (0% vs 4%, p<0.001). Additionally, the number of hypotension episodes was lower in the SA group (15% vs 47%, p<0.001). Furthermore, the SA group showed a significantly shorter duration of surgery (70min (±1.2) vs 91 (±41), p<0.001), lower postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) (4% vs 28%, p<0.001) and pain in the post anesthesia care unit (PACU) (visual analogue scale (VAS) 2.3 (±1.1) vs 0.8 (±0.8), p<0.001), whereas pain after 24h did not differ (VAS 0.9 (±1) vs 0.8 (±1.1), p=ns). The postoperative complication (7% vs 5%, p=0.286) and revision rates (4% vs 5%, p=0.626) were similar in both groups. Total costs (United States Dollars (USD) 6377 (±2332) vs 7018 (±4056), p=0.003) and PACU time were significantly lower in the SA group (35min (±12) vs 109 (±173), p<0.001). CONCLUSIONS Lumbar spine surgery in cardiovascular high risk patients with SA is safe, allows good perioperative hemodynamic stability and might lead to lower health care costs. Further prospective studies are needed to confirm these findings.
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- Michael Finsterwald
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Balgrist University Hospital, Forchstrasse 340, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Division of Anesthesiology, Balgrist University Hospital, Forchstrasse 340, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Balgrist University Hospital, Forchstrasse 340, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Anesthesiology Department, Bellinzona Regional Hospital, 6500 Bellinzona, Switzerland.
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- Division of Anesthesiology, Balgrist University Hospital, Forchstrasse 340, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Division of Anesthesiology, Balgrist University Hospital, Forchstrasse 340, 8008 Zurich, Switzerland.
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Kumar K, Kirksey MA, Duong S, Wu CL. A Review of Opioid-Sparing Modalities in Perioperative Pain Management. Anesth Analg 2017; 125:1749-1760. [DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000002497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 176] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Pool SMW, ter Braak RJM. Patient controlled regional anaesthesia for severe hand pain: a case series. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2017; 42:647-649. [PMID: 28134017 PMCID: PMC5510683 DOI: 10.1177/1753193417690143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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- S. M. W. Pool
- Department of Surgery, Treant Health Care Center, Emmen, The Netherlands,Department of Plastic Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands,
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Treant Health Care Center, Emmen, The Netherlands
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Regional Anesthesia Is Cost-Effective in Preventing Unanticipated Hospital Admission in Pediatric Patients Having Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Reg Anesth Pain Med 2017; 41:527-31. [PMID: 27203396 DOI: 10.1097/aap.0000000000000410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Published studies have shown a benefit of regional anesthesia (RA) in preventing unplanned hospital admissions (UHAs) and decreasing hospital costs after orthopedic surgeries in adults but not pediatric patients. We performed a retrospective analysis to assess the effect of converting from an opioid to RA-based approach to pain management after pediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. METHODS The records of patients having ACL reconstruction were reviewed. Two groups, those with (n = 115) and without (n = 39) nerve blocks, were identified. Single-shot blocks or indwelling catheters were performed in the operating room (OR) or a block room. Time to discharge readiness, postoperative opiate and antiemetic consumption, hospital admission or discharge, and complications were recorded. The cost of providing RA, the change in UHA and postanesthesia care unit utilization, and subsequent financial impact were calculated. RESULTS Regional anesthesia-based pain management was associated with a lower rate of UHA (P = 0.045), less time in postanesthesia care unit phase II (P = 0.013), and a reduction in opioid consumption (P < 0.001). Use of a dedicated RA team with a dedicated block room resulted in cost savings or neutrality, whereas RA catheters placed in the OR were associated with increased direct hospital costs. CONCLUSIONS Regional anesthesia for pain after ACL repair in pediatric patients facilitated reliable same-day surgery discharge and significantly reduced UHAs. Single-shot blocks and blocks performed outside the OR were the most cost-effective. In addition, nerve block patients required less opioids and were ready for discharge sooner.
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Gómez-Ríos MÁ. Why to use peripheral nerve blocks in orthopedic surgery? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017; 64:181-184. [PMID: 28110944 DOI: 10.1016/j.redar.2016.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2016] [Revised: 11/23/2016] [Accepted: 11/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- M Á Gómez-Ríos
- Departamento de Anestesiología y Medicina Perioperatoria, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de A Coruña, A Coruña, España; Head of the Anaesthesiology and Pain Management Research Group, Institute for Biomedical Research of A Coruña (INIBIC), A Coruña, España.
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Oh J, Perlas A, Lau J, Gandhi R, Chan VW. Functional outcome and cost-effectiveness of outpatient vs inpatient care for complex hind-foot and ankle surgery. A retrospective cohort study. J Clin Anesth 2016; 35:20-25. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2016.07.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2016] [Revised: 06/21/2016] [Accepted: 07/05/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Saporito A, Calciolari S, Ortiz LG, Anselmi L, Borgeat A, Aguirre J. A cost analysis of orthopedic foot surgery: can outpatient continuous regional analgesia provide the same standard of care for postoperative pain control at home without shifting costs? THE EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH ECONOMICS : HEPAC : HEALTH ECONOMICS IN PREVENTION AND CARE 2016; 17:951-961. [PMID: 26467165 DOI: 10.1007/s10198-015-0738-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2015] [Accepted: 10/01/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Same-day surgery is common for foot surgery. Continuous regional anesthesia for outpatients has been shown effective but the economic impact on the perioperative process-related healthcare costs remains unclear. METHODS One hundred twenty consecutive patients were included in this assessor-blinded, prospective cohort study and allocated according to inclusion criteria in the day-care or in the in-patient group. Standardized continuous popliteal sciatic nerve block was performed in both groups for 48 h using an elastomeric pump delivering ropivacaine 0.2 % at a rate of 5 ml/h with an additional 5 ml bolus every 60 min. Outpatients were discharged the day of surgery and followed with standardized telephone interviews. The total direct health costs of both groups were compared. Moreover, the difference in treatment costs and the difference in terms of quality of care and effectiveness between the groups were compared. RESULTS Total management costs were significantly reduced in the day-care group. There was no difference between the groups regarding pain at rest and with motion, persistent pain after catheter removal and the incidence of PONV. Persistent motor block and catheter inflammation/infection were comparable in both groups. There was neither a difference in the number of unscheduled ambulatory visits nor in the number of readmissions. CONCLUSIONS Day-care continuous regional analgesia leads to an overall positive impact on costs by decreasing the incidence of unplanned ambulatory visits and unscheduled readmissions, without compromising on the quality of analgesia, patients' satisfaction, and safety.
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- Andrea Saporito
- Anaesthesiology Department, Bellinzona Regional Hospital, Bellinzona, Switzerland.
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- Mecop Institut, University of Italian Switzerland (USI), Lugano, Switzerland
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- Anaesthesiology Department, Bellinzona Regional Hospital, Bellinzona, Switzerland
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- Anaesthesiology Division, Balgrist University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Anaesthesiology Division, Balgrist University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
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Wanivenhaus F, Tscholl PM, Aguirre JA, Giger R, Fucentese SF. Novel Protocol for Knee Mobilization Under Femoral and Sciatic Nerve Blocks for Postoperative Knee Stiffness. Orthopedics 2016; 39:e708-14. [PMID: 27111083 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20160419-07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2015] [Accepted: 03/08/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of intermittent femoral and sciatic nerve blocks combined with an in-house physiotherapy protocol for treating postoperative knee stiffness. Sixty-eight patients with postoperative knee stiffness were evaluated for passive knee flexion and extension at different time points, beginning preoperatively and continuing throughout a median 10-month follow-up after mobilization intervention. Sciatic and femoral nerve catheters were activated 1 hour prior to each physiotherapy session, which was performed twice per day and supported by a continuous passive range of motion machine. Median time from admission to catheter removal was 4 days (range, 1-8 days). Mean hospital length of stay was 7 days (range, 2-19 days). Overall mean flexion increased significantly from pretreatment (74°) to discharge (109°; P<.01). There was no significant difference in mean flexion at 6-week follow-up compared with that at discharge (108°; P=.764), but there was a significant increase in flexion at final follow-up (120°; P=.002). Overall mean knee extension lag decreased significantly from pretreatment (5°) to discharge (0.4°; P=.001). There was no significant increase in mean extension lag from discharge to final follow-up (1°; P=.2). Overall, 11 patients underwent revision surgery for persistent stiffness. This novel protocol for continuous knee mobilization under perineural blocks is a valuable alternative to knee manipulation under anesthesia for this select group of procedures. The 2 techniques produced a similar early range of motion gain, but the reported protocol resulted in less range of motion loss at follow-up and fewer possible complications. [Orthopedics. 2016; 39(4):e708-e714.].
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Chaudier P, Bourdin M, Gauthier J, Fessy MH, Besse JL. Similar levels of pain are reported in forefoot surgery after management as a day case and admission for 48 hours. Bone Joint J 2015; 97-B:1645-50. [DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.97b12.35608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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While many forefoot procedures may be performed as a day case, there are no specific guidelines as to which procedures are suitable. This study assessed the early post-operative pain after forefoot surgery performed a day case, compared with conventional inpatient management. A total of 317 consecutive operations performed by a single surgeon were included in the study. Those eligible according to the criteria of the French Society of Anaesthesia (SFAR) were managed as day cases (127; 40%), while the remainder were managed as inpatients. The groups were comparable in terms of gender, body mass index and smoking status, although the mean age of the inpatients was higher (p < 0.001) and they had higher mean American Society of Anaesthesiologists scores (p = 0.002). The most severe daily pain was on the first post-operative day, but the levels of pain were similar in the two groups; (4.2/10, sd 2.5 for day cases, 4.4/10, sd 2.4 for inpatients; p = 0.53). Overall, 28 (9%) of patients who had their surgery as a day case and 34 (11%) of inpatients reported extreme pain (≥ 8/10). There were more day case patients rather than inpatients that declared their pain disappeared seven days after the surgery (p = 0.02). One day-case patient with excessive bleeding was admitted post-operatively. Apart from the most complicated cases, forefoot surgery can safely be performed as a day case without an increased risk of pain, or complications compared with management as an inpatient. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2015;97-B:1645–50.
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Affiliation(s)
- P. Chaudier
- Hospices Civils de Lyon, Centre Hospitalier
Lyon-Sud, Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique Traumatologique et de
Médecine du Sport, Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud, 69495
Pierre-Bénite Cedex, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Charles Mérieux, BP12
69921 Oullins Cedex, France
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- Hospices Civils de Lyon, Centre Hospitalier
Lyon-Sud, Service d’Anesthésie et Réanimation, F-69495, France, Centre
Hospitalier Lyon Sud, 69495 Pierre-Bénite Cedex, France
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- Centre Hospitalier Lyon-Sud, 69495
Pierre-Bénite Cedex, France
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- Centre Hospitalier Lyon-Sud, 69495
Pierre-Bénite Cedex, France
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Saporito A, Sturini E, Borgeat A, Aguirre J. A reply. Anaesthesia 2015; 70:232. [PMID: 25583194 DOI: 10.1111/anae.13002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- A Saporito
- Bellinzona Regional Hospital, Bellinzona, Switzerland
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Santos F, Pinho S, Costa A. Continuous popliteal sciatic nerve block after day-care foot surgery. Anaesthesia 2015; 70:231-2. [PMID: 25583193 DOI: 10.1111/anae.12995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- F Santos
- Centro Hospitalar do Porto, Porto, Portugal.
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