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2020 Jan/Feb


Orthop Nurs


39


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Periarticular Ketorolac Improves Outcomes for Patients With Joint Replacements.

Authors

Sasse L, Laessig-Stary B, Abitz T
Orthop Nurs. 2020 Jan/Feb; 39(1):47-50.
PMID: 31977741.

Abstract

Effective analgesia after joint replacement allows for earlier mobilization, decreased length of stay, and reduced opioid use. The injection of the surgical area with ketorolac (Toradol) prior to closure has changed pain management in joint replacement surgery.