Strategies for effective postoperative pain management MINERVA ANESTESIOLOGICA Diaz, G., Flood, P. 2006; 72 (3): 145-150

Abstract

Postoperative pain management an important clinical issue. The clinicians tool-bag remains incomplete. Improvements in the management of postoperative pain will ultimately translate into the broader, safer application of surgical procedures upon a wider patient population. The application of multimodal therapy that includes non-pharmacologic therapies, preemptive therapies, and new medications for the treatment of postoperative pain is an emerging concept that provides significant immediate as well as potential future advantages.

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