Are NSAIDs Effective Enough for Postoperative Pain Control After Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and Septoplasty

Are NSAIDs Effective Enough for Postoperative Pain Control After Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and Septoplasty

The purpose of this study is to compare the level of pain control in patients receiving non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to those receiving opioids in the postoperative period after endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) and/or septoplasty.

Inclusion Criteria:

• english speaking
• candidates for endoscopic sinus surgery as determined by medical necessity by the treating rhinologist
• scheduled for surgery at Texas Sinus Institute

Exclusion Criteria:

• allergy to either NSAIDs or opioids
• contraindication to NSAIDs (ex. gastritis, chronic kidney disease)
• surgical plan exceeding basic endoscopic sinus surgery
• use of anticoagulation
• the presence of any pain disorder
• the current usage of any analgesic medication
• history of opioid addiction
• pregnancy
• history of chronic pain or fibromyalgia
• current daily use of NSAIDs, acetaminophen, opioids or other analgesics (pregabalin, tramadol, etc)