Pain, postoperativeT88.8

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Pain occurring in connection with surgical procedures; usually limited to the postoperative phase, locally to the wound area.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

  • Mild pain: Paracetamol 4-6 times 500-1000 mg (e.g. Ben-u-ron Tbl., Supp.).
  • Mild visceral pain: Metamizole 4-6 times 500-1000 mg (e.g. Novalgin Trp.).
  • Moderate pain: Tramadol 2-3 times 100-300 mg (e.g. Tramal Trp., Kps., Tbl., Injection Supp.).
  • Severe pain: Buprenorphine 3-4 times 0.2-1.2 mg (e.g. Temgesic Tbl., Injection).
  • Special measure: PCA (patient controlled anaesthesia) pump. Pat. can control the administration of analgesics by himself depending on the pain. Prior detailed instruction by pain therapists is necessary.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer