Lidocaine for postoperative pain after cardiac surgery: a systematic review.

Michael R BoswellRajat N MomanMelissa BurtoftHarrison GerdesJacob MartinezDanielle J GerberiErica WittwerM Hassan MuradWilliam Michael Hooten

Published in: Journal of cardiothoracic surgery (2021)

Due to the favorable risk profile of topical lidocaine and the need for further advancements in the postoperative care of adults after cardiac surgery, topically administered lidocaine could be considered for incorporation into established postoperative recovery protocols.

Keyphrases

postoperative pain
patients undergoing
healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
chronic pain