Vol. 1, Issue 1, Part A (2017)

Author(s): Dr. PS Mishra and Dr. Shiv Kumar

Abstract: Aim: The present study was undertaken to observe the role of flupirtine and diclofenac sodium in post inguinal hernia surgical pain. Materials and Methods: The study recruited 40 patients who underwent inguinal hernia surgery of the age group of 30-60 years 20 and 50 yrs. Patients of either sex were recruited in the study. All participants underwent thorough physical examination. All measurements were performed using standard methods in the literature. Visual analog scale was used to assess pain score. Side effects if any were noted. Results: Table no 1 presents the demographic data of participants. There was no significant difference in age between the two groups. There was no significant difference in height and weight of the two groups. Baseline pain scores were not significantly different between the two groups. Post intervention pain score was significantly lower in group 1 when compared with group 2. Conclusion: The study results confirm that flupirtine was effective in the management of post surgical pain Further detailed studies are recommended in this area.