İnci Kara1, Sema Tuncer2, Atilla Erol3, Ruhiye Reisli2

1Konya Training And Research Hospital, Konya
2Department Of Algology, Meram Medical Faculty, Selçuk University, Konya
3Department Of Anesthesiology And Reanimation, Meram Medical Faculty, Selçuk University, Konya

Keywords: Dexketoprofen, Postoperative pain, Tramadol.

Abstract

Objective: In this study the efficacy of preemtively dexketoprofen usage on postoperative pain relief and tramadol consumption were evaluated.
Methods: Fifty ASA-I or ASA-II patient undergoing plastic surgery were randomized into two groups. Group-1 received dexketoprofen 25 mgr. and group-2 received placebo tablets 1h before surgery. All patients received a standard anesthetic protocol. At the end of the surgery all patients received tramadol iv. with Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) device. Pain scores was evaluated with Visual Analogic Scale (VAS) during postoperative 1., 8. and 24h. Tramadol consumption, adverse effects and patient satisfaction were recorded.
Results: The pain scores and tramadol consumption were significantly lower in group 1 (p<0.05) While nausea and vomiting was observed in group 2 more than group-1, patient satisfaction was better in group 1 (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Preemtive use of dexketoprofen was reduced postoperative tramadol consumption and insidance.of adverse events.