Abstract: Liposomal Bupivacaine Reduces Postoperative Narcotic Use in Patients Undergoing Abdominal-Based Autologous and Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction
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PurPose: Treatment of post-operative pain after breast reconstruction remains a significant challenge for plastic surgeons. Liposomal bupivacaine (LB, Exparel Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Parsippany, NJ) has been proven to effectively relieve pain in the immediate postoperative period. The purpose of our study is to explore the effects of intraoperatively delivered LB on postoperative narcotic use in women undergoing autologous and implant-based breast reconstruction.
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دوره 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2016