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Alternative regimen reduces narcotic use after pelvic reconstructive surgery

Publish date:: April 3, 2019

Key clinical point: The alternative regimen could significantly reduce narcotic use.

Major finding: Narcotic use was lower in the ICE-T group (3 versus 20 opioid equivalents).

Study details: Randomized, controlled trial at 2 centers (n = 63).

Disclosures: The study was not funded. Dr. Petrikovets has no relevant financial disclosures.

Citation:

Petrikovets A et al. SGS 2019, Abstract 07.

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