Acta neurochirurgica
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Acta neurochirurgica · Jun 2015
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyPreemptive scalp infiltration with 0.5% ropivacaine and 1% lidocaine reduces postoperative pain after craniotomy.
In order to reduce the consequences of narcotic-related side effects and provide effective analgesia after craniotomy, we conducted a randomized trial to compare the analgesic efficacy of preemptive scalp infiltrations with 1% lidocaine and 0.5% ropivacaine on the postoperative pain. ⋯ Preemptive scalp infiltration with 0.5% ropivacaine and 1% lidocaine provides effective postoperative analgesia after craniotomy.