The Journal of arthroplasty
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Review Meta Analysis
Perioperative administration of selective cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors for postoperative pain management in patients after total knee arthroplasty.
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is associated with considerable postoperative pain. The relative analgesic efficacy and adverse effect profile of perioperative use of selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors for patients undergoing TKA are unclear. This is a systematic review and meta-analysis of all randomized controlled trials evaluating perioperative administration of COX-2 inhibitors for TKA. ⋯ There was no difference in blood loss during the first 24 hours after operation between groups. The efficacy of perioperative administration of selective COX-2 inhibitors to reduce postoperative pain and opioid consumption after TKA is validated. Furthermore, it has important outcome benefits after TKA.