Efficient Postoperative Pain Management With Multimodal IV

Multimodal Intravenous Analgesia Using Half-dose of Ketamine, Lidocaine and Magnesium Sulfate Provides Efficient Postoperative Analgesia for Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery: Randomized, Case-controlled Study

Postoperative pain remains a prevalent concern despite ongoing improvements in surgical methods and pain management strategies. Opioids, while commonly prescribed, frequently lead to undesirable side effects. Epidural analgesia, though a viable option, carries its risks and complications. Recent research indicates that combining intravenous lidocaine and ketamine can significantly alleviate postoperative pain and decrease the reliance on opioids within the initial 24 hours following surgery. This approach offers a promising alternative with minimal additional adverse effects, suggesting a potential shift in pain management practices.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients were assigned for surgical intervention;
• Patients of ASA grade I-III;
• Patients were free of exclusion criteria;

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who are not in ASA grade I-III;
• Patients who had uncontrolled hypertension and/or diabetes mellitus;
• Patients who had uncompensated cardiac, renal, or hepatic diseases;
• Patients with coagulopathy, spinal deformity, allergy, or contraindication for the used drugs;
• Patients who refused to sign the informed consent were excluded from the study.