International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics : the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Sep 2009
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of intra-abdominal instillation of lidocaine during minor laparoscopic procedures.
To assess the effect of intraperitoneal instillation of lidocaine on postoperative pain after minor gynecological laparoscopic surgery. ⋯ Intraperitoneal instillation of lidocaine was effective in reducing postoperative pain after minor gynecological laparoscopic procedures.
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Sep 2009
Randomized Controlled TrialAdverse effects of combined spinal-epidural versus traditional epidural analgesia during labor.
To compare two neuraxial block techniques during labor for maternal and fetal effects. ⋯ There were no differences in the rate of PD or other adverse outcomes. Hypotension occurred more frequently with CSE during labor at term. The study supports both EPI and CSE during labor as safe and effective techniques for neuraxial analgesia.