
Continuous wound infiltration does not significantly reduce pain after hallux valgus osteotomy

April 2018
Continuous wound infiltration does not significantly reduce pain after hallux valgus osteotomy
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Continuous Wound Infiltration After Hallux Valgus Surgery
Foot Ankle Int. 2018 Feb;39(2):180-188Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
50 patients scheduled for distal metatarsal osteotomy for hallux valgus were randomized to either continuous wound infiltration with ropivacaine or placebo infusion with saline. Patients were assessed for the primary outcome of pain scores over the first 24 hours after surgery. Secondary outcomes included pain assessment to 6 weeks after surgery, as well as rescue analgesic use, function on the Am...
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