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Randomized Controlled Trial
Pregabalin reduces post-surgical pain after thoracotomy: a prospective, randomized, controlled trial.
A new perioperative management method was explored by assessing the safety and the efficacy of pregabalin for the treatment of intercostal neuralgia after thoracotomy. ⋯ Pregabalin is considered to be an effective and safe drug for the treatment of pain after thoracotomy.