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Flyger SSB, Sorenson S, Pingel L, Karlsen APH, Nørskov AK, Mathiesen O, Maagaard M. Primary outcomes and anticipated effect sizes in randomised clinical trials assessing adjuncts to peripheral nerve blocks: A scoping review. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 2024. [PMID: 38978187 DOI: 10.1111/aas.14489] [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: 03/31/2024] [Revised: 05/29/2024] [Accepted: 06/18/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024]
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BACKGROUND Prolonging effects of adjuncts to local anaesthetics in peripheral nerve blocks have been demonstrated in randomised clinical trials. The chosen primary outcome and anticipated effect size have major impact on the clinical relevance of results in these trials. This scoping review aims to provide an overview of frequently used outcomes and anticipated effect sizes in randomised trials on peripheral nerve block adjuncts. METHODS For our scoping review, we searched MEDLINE, Embase and CENTRAL for trials assessing effects of adjuncts for peripheral nerve blocks published in 10 major anaesthesia journals. We included randomised clinical trials assessing adjuncts for single-shot ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks, regardless of the type of interventional adjunct and control group, local anaesthetic used and anatomical localization. Our primary outcome was the choice of primary outcomes and corresponding anticipated effect size used for sample size estimation. Secondary outcomes were assessor of primary outcomes, the reporting of sample size calculations and statistically significant and non-significant results related to the anticipated effect sizes. RESULTS Of 11,854 screened trials, we included 59. The most frequent primary outcome was duration of analgesia (35/59 trials, 59%) with absolute and relative median (interquartile range) anticipated effect sizes for adjunct versus placebo/no adjunct: 240 min (180-318) and 30% (25-40) and for adjunct versus active comparator: 210 min (180-308) and 17% (15-28). Adequate sample size calculations were reported in 78% of trials. Statistically significant results were reported for primary outcomes in 45/59 trials (76%), of which 22% did not reach the anticipated effect size. CONCLUSION The reported outcomes and associated anticipated effect sizes can be used in future trials on adjuncts for peripheral nerve blocks to increase methodological homogeneity.
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- Sarah Sofie Bitsch Flyger
- Centre for Anaesthesiological Research, Department of Anaesthesiology, Zealand University Hospital, Køge, Denmark
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- Centre for Anaesthesiological Research, Department of Anaesthesiology, Zealand University Hospital, Køge, Denmark
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- Centre for Anaesthesiological Research, Department of Anaesthesiology, Zealand University Hospital, Køge, Denmark
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- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Hillerød, Denmark
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- Centre for Anaesthesiological Research, Department of Anaesthesiology, Zealand University Hospital, Køge, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Centre for Anaesthesiological Research, Department of Anaesthesiology, Zealand University Hospital, Køge, Denmark
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Lei G, Yang S, Wu L, Yin Y, Zhang S, Wang G. Intravenous injection of dexamethasone is non-inferior to perineural administration for popliteal sciatic nerve and saphenous nerve blocks: A randomized, controlled, triple-blind study. Heliyon 2024; 10:e28304. [PMID: 38571656 PMCID: PMC10988014 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28304] [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: 12/16/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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Background The aim of this study was to assess whether intravenous dexamethasone was noninferior to perineural dexamethasone as an adjuvant to ropivacaine for a combination of saphenous and sciatic nerve blocks in patients undergoing foot and ankle surgery. Methods This was a prospective, blinded, randomized noninferiority study. Seventy-five patients, aged 18-75 years, with an American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-III who underwent foot and ankle surgery were involved. Patients scheduled for ultrasound-guided popliteal sciatic nerve block and saphenous nerve block were randomized to receive 0.375% ropivacaine with 7.5 mg of dexamethasone perineurally (Dex-PN), 10 mg of dexamethasone intravenously (Dex-IV) or neither (Placebo). The primary outcome was the duration of analgesia. The major secondary outcomes were the composite pain intensity and opioid consumption score at 0-48 h intervals after anesthesia. Results The mean analgesic duration was 26.2 h in the Dex-IV group and 27.9 h in the Dex-PN group (duration difference, -1.7; 95% CI, -3.8 to 0.43; P = 0.117), and both durations were significantly longer than that in the placebo group (17.6 h, P < 0.001). Conditions for establishing non-inferiority were met. Conclusions Our findings indicate that a single 10-mg intravenous dose of dexamethasone was noninferior to the combined dose of ropivacaine plus deaxmethasone in terms of duration of analgesia for foot and ankle surgery.
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- Guiyu Lei
- Department of Anesthesiology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, China
- Department of Anesthesiology, Beijing Dongcheng Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Beijing, 100007, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, China
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- Center of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, China
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Li B, Yang X, Liu F, Huang H, Zhang B, Li X, Lu Q, Liu P, Fan L. Effect of Perineural or Intravenous Betamethasone on Femoral Nerve Block Outcomes in Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized, Controlled Study. Orthop Surg 2024; 16:873-881. [PMID: 38384178 PMCID: PMC10984829 DOI: 10.1111/os.14018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Despite the use of multimodal analgesia, patients undergoing knee arthroplasty still encounter residual moderate pain. The addition of betamethasone to local anesthetic has been shown to improve postoperative pain. However, it remains uncertain whether the positive effects of perineural or intravenous administration of betamethasone on analgesia outcomes lead to better early mobility and postoperative recovery. METHODS Between June 2022 and February 2023, a total of 159 patients who were undergoing knee arthroplasty were included in this study. These patients were allocated randomly into three groups: (i) the NS group, received ropivacaine 0.375% and intravenous 3mL 0.9% normal saline; (ii) the PNB group, received ropivacaine 0.375% plus perineural betamethasone (12mg) 3mL and intravenous 3mL 0.9% normal saline; and (iii) the IVB group, received ropivacaine 0.375% and intravenous betamethasone (12mg) 3mL. RESULTS Both perineural and intravenous administration of betamethasone led to improved median (IQR) numeric rating scale (NRS) scores on the 6-meter walk test, with a score of 1.0 (1.0-2.0) for both groups, compared with 2.0 (1.0-2.0) for the NS group (p = 0.003). Compared to the NS group, both the PNB and IVB groups showed significant reductions in NRS scores at 24 and 36 h after surgery, along with a significant increase in ROM at 24, 36, and 48 h post-operation. Additionally, it exhibited lower levels of cytokine IL-1β and TNF-α in fluid samples, as well as lower level of HS-CRP in blood samples in the PNB and IVB groups compared to the NS group. CONCLUSION The administration of perineural and intravenous betamethasone demonstrated an enhanced analgesic effect following knee arthroplasty. Furthermore, it was associated with reduced levels of IL-1β, TNF-α, and HS-CRP, as well as enhanced knee ROM, which is conducive to early ambulation and postoperative rehabilitation after knee arthroplasty.
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- Binglong Li
- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
- Shandong University Cheeloo College of MedicineJinanChina
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- Shandong University Cheeloo College of MedicineJinanChina
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Qilu HospitalShandong UniversityJinanChina
- Department of Cardiology, the Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Remodeling and Function Research, Chinese Ministry of Education, Chinese National Health Commission and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, the State and Shandong Province Joint Key Laboratory of Translational Cardiovascular MedicineQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Shandong University Cheeloo College of MedicineJinanChina
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Qilu HospitalShandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Institute for In Vitro SciencesGaithersburgMDUSA
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Qilu HospitalShandong UniversityJinanChina
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Cao B, Fang S, Wu Z, Zhou X, Kong L, Zhu Q, Zhu B, Tang C, Fang M. Efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese manual therapy (Tuina) in patients with non-specific chronic low back pain: a study protocol for a randomised controlled trial. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e081022. [PMID: 38531569 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-081022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Non-pharmacological interventions play a crucial role in the management of non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP). One prime example is Tuina, a traditional Chinese manual therapy that incorporates pressing, kneading and rubbing techniques to alleviate physical discomfort and enhance overall well-being. It serves as a widely used technique in China and other East Asian countries. However, the effectiveness and safety of Tuina for managing NSCLBP have not been substantiated through rigorous clinical research. We sought to carry out a randomised controlled trial with an open-label design, blinded assessors and parallel arms to assess the effectiveness and safety of Tuina as a treatment for NSCLBP. The trial aims to provide high-quality evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of Tuina in improving outcomes for patients with NSCLBP. METHODS AND ANALYSIS A total of 150 patients aged 18-60 years with NSCLBP will be recruited. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. Both groups will receive standard health education. In addition, the treatment group will receive Tuina therapy, while the control group will participate in core stability exercises. Each group will undergo a total of 18 interventions over 6 weeks, with the interventions administered three times per week. The primary outcome measure is the patient's pain intensity, assessed using the Numerical Rating Scale, at week 6 following randomisation. Secondary outcomes encompass disability (measured by the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire), quality of life (assessed using the EuroQoL-5 dimensions questionnaire), adverse emotions (evaluated with the Pain Catastrophizing Scale, Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale), biomechanical outcomes, socioeconomic indicators (medication use, healthcare utilisation and absenteeism), patient satisfaction, treatment adherence and other relevant factors.The statistical analysis will follow the intention-to-treat principle. Two-way repeated measures analysis of variance will be used to compare the clinical data across different time points within both groups. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The study protocol has received approval from the Ethics Committee of Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2023-1366-133-01). All study participants will be required to give written informed consent. The findings of the study will be submitted to a peer-reviewed journal for publication and presented at scientific conferences. Additionally, the participants will receive copies of the results. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ChiCTR2300076257.
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- Ben Cao
- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Traditional Chinese Tuina, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Traditional Chinese Tuina, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Traditional Chinese Tuina, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Traditional Chinese Tuina, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Gao M, Li Y, Yu J, Li W, Qin S, Zhang Y, Zhu L, Hou Z, Wang Q. The Effects of Intravenous Dexamethasone on Rebound Pain After Nerve Block in Patients with Ankle Fracture: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Pain Res 2023; 16:1127-1136. [PMID: 37025954 PMCID: PMC10072140 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s399660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Purpose A single-injection nerve block provides excellent analgesia in a short time, but rebound pain after the nerve block disappears has attracted researchers' attention. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of intravenous dexamethasone on rebound pain after adductor canal block (ACB) and popliteal sciatic nerve block in patients with ankle fracture. Methods We recruited 130 patients with ankle fractures scheduled for open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), each of whom received ACB and popliteal sciatic nerve block. Patients were divided into two groups: C (ropivacaine only) and IV (ropivacaine with intravenous dexamethasone). The primary outcome was the incidence of rebound pain. Secondary outcomes included the following: pain scores at 6 h (T1), 12 h (T2), 18 h (T3), 24 h (T4), and 48 h (T5) after operation; duration of the nerve block; number of presses of the analgesia pump and rescue analgesic consumption in the three-day postoperative period; quality of recovery scale (QoR-15 score); postoperative sleep quality; satisfaction of patients; and levels of serum inflammatory markers (IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α) six hours after surgery. Results Compared with group C, the incidence of rebound pain in group IV was significantly reduced, and the duration of nerve block was extended by approximately nine hours (P<0.05). Moreover, patients in group IV had significantly lower pain scores at T2-T4, lower levels of serum inflammatory markers (IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α), higher QoR-15 score two days after the operation, and satisfactory sleep quality the night after surgery (P<0.05). Conclusion Intravenous dexamethasone can reduce the rebound pain after adductor block and sciatic popliteal nerve block in patients with ankle fracture surgery, prolong the duration of nerve block, and improve the quality of early postoperative recovery.
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- Mingyang Gao
- Department of Anesthesiology, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nursing, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, People’s Republic of China
- Correspondence: Qiujun Wang, Department of Anesthesiology, Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No. 139, Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei, People’s Republic of China, Tel/Fax +86-311-8860-2072, Email
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Hong B, Oh C, Jo Y, Chung W, Park E, Park H, Yoon S. The Effect of Intravenous Dexamethasone and Dexmedetomidine on Analgesia Duration of Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block: A Randomized, Four-Arm, Triple-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial. J Pers Med 2021; 11:jpm11121267. [PMID: 34945739 PMCID: PMC8703270 DOI: 10.3390/jpm11121267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2021] [Revised: 11/16/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Intravenous dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine, in conjunction with peripheral nerve blockade, have each been reported to prolong the duration of analgesia. This study tested whether combined use further prolongs analgesia duration after supraclavicular brachial plexus block (BPB) in patients undergoing orthopedic upper extremity surgery. One hundred twenty patients were randomized 1:1:1:1 to Control (saline bolus and midazolam infusion [0.05 mg/kg loading, 20 µg/kg/h thereafter]); DMED (saline bolus and dexmedetomidine infusion [1 μg/kg loading, 0.4 μg/kg/h thereafter]); DEXA (dexamethasone [10 mg] bolus and midazolam infusion); and DMED-DEXA (dexmedetomidine infusion and dexamethasone bolus) groups. The primary outcome was the duration of postoperative analgesia, defined as the time from the end of the BPB to the first dose of analgesia via a patient-controlled device. Median (interquartile range) times to first dose of analgesia in the Control, DMED, DEXA, and DMED-DEXA groups were 8.1 (6.2–11.6), 9.0 (8.1–11.3), 10.7 (8.1–20.5), and 13.2 (11.5–19.1) hours, respectively (p < 0.001). Pairwise comparisons showed significant prolongation of analgesia in the DEXA included groups compared with the non-DEXA included groups (DEXA vs. control, p = 0.045; DEXA vs. DMED, p = 0.045; DMED-DEXA vs. control, p < 0.001; DMED-DEXA vs. DMED, p < 0.001). A mixed effect model showed that dexamethasone was the only significant factor for the prolongation of analgesia (p < 0.001). Intravenous dexamethasone prolonged the analgesia duration of supraclavicular BPB after orthopedic upper extremity surgery. The concurrent use of mild to moderate sedation dose of intravenous dexmedetomidine in addition to intravenous dexamethasone showed no additional benefit to the prolongation of analgesia.
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- Boohwi Hong
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, 266 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea
- Big Data Center, Biomedical Research Institute, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, 266 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, 266 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, 266 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea; (B.H.); (C.O.); (Y.J.); (W.C.); (E.P.); (H.P.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Chungnam National University, 266 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon 35015, Korea
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Lu H, Zheng C, Liang B, Xiong B. Efficacy and safety analysis of dexamethasone-lipiodol emulsion in prevention of post-embolization syndrome after TACE: a retrospective analysis. BMC Gastroenterol 2021; 21:256. [PMID: 34116638 PMCID: PMC8196541 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-021-01839-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background To investigate the efficacy and safety of dexamethasone-lipiodol emulsion in the prevention of post-embolization syndrome after TACE. Method The data of 255 patients who underwent TACE in the interventional department from June 2017 to June 2020 were collected. This is a retrospective assessment of patients who were non-randomly treated with dexamethasone in TACE. The patients were divided into two groups: TACE using lipiodol + chemotherapeutic emulsion group (TACE group, N = 133); TACE using lipiodol + dexamethasone + chemotherapeutic emulsion group (TACE + dexamethasone group, N = 122). Primary study endpoint: incidence of abdominal pain, fever, nausea and vomiting 0–72 h after TACE in both groups. Secondary study endpoints: incidence of infection after TACE in both groups. Results Incidence of post-embolization syndrome after TACE (TACE group vs TACE + dexamethasone group): abdominal pain, 55.6% versus 36.1% (P value 0.002); fever, 37.6% versus 13.1% (P value 0.000); nausea, 60.9% versus 41.0% (P value 0.001); vomiting, 48.1% versus 21.3% (P value 0.000). Incidence of infection after TACE (TACE group vs TACE + dexamethasone group): 1.5% versus 2.5% (P value 0.583). Conclusion The lipiodol + dexamethasone emulsion can significantly reduce the incidence rate of post-embolization syndrome after TACE, with exact effect and high safety.
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- Haohao Lu
- Department of Radiology, Wuhan Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue #1277, Wuhan, 430022, China.,Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Radiology, Wuhan Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue #1277, Wuhan, 430022, China. .,Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, 430022, China.
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- Department of Radiology, Wuhan Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue #1277, Wuhan, 430022, China.,Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Radiology, Wuhan Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue #1277, Wuhan, 430022, China.,Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, 430022, China
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