Perioperative Analgesia for Sinus and Skull-Base Surgery.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-1-2020

Publication Title

Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

Abstract

Perioperative analgesic management is multifaceted, and an individualized approach should be taken with each patient. Preoperative discussion of the plan for pain control and the patient's postoperative expectations is a necessary facet for optimal outcomes of analgesia. There is the potential for significant abuse and development of dependence on opioids. Nonopioids, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, acetaminophen, and gabapentinoids, provide reliable alternatives for analgesic management following sinus and skull-base surgery. There is a paucity of literature regarding perioperative pain regimens for sinus and skull-base surgery, and the authors hope that this review serves as a valuable tool for otolaryngologists.

Volume

53

Issue

5

First Page

789

Last Page

802

DOI

10.1016/j.otc.2020.05.008

ISSN

1557-8259

PubMed ID

32771245

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