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KMID : 0361020170600100512
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Korean Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
2017 Volume.60 No. 10 p.512 ~ p.516
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Effect of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Mouthwash on Post-Tonsillectomy Pain: Randomized, Controlled Study
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Kang Kyung-Yun
Lee Seung-Jae
Lee Eun-Sang
Lee Jeong-Yeop
Choi Ji-Ho
Lee Jae-Yong
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Abstract
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Background and Objectives: Altough tonsillectomy is one of the most common otolaryngological procedures, a highly reliable and effective method for reducing postoperative pain has yet to be identified. This study evaluated the efficacy of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) mouthwash on postoperative pain in tonsillectomy patients.
Subjects and Method: A total of 64 patients who underwent tonsillectomy were randomly assigned to one of two groups (32 patients each). One group received the NSAID mouthwash and the other a distilled water mouthwash. Postoperative pain in the two groups was compared by assessing pain severity 1-9 days postoperatively using a visual analog scale.
Results: Compared to the distilled water mouthwash group, patients using the NSAID mouthwash showed a statistically significant decrease in postoperative pain over the first 9 postoperative days.
Conclusion: A NSAID mouthwash may be a simple and effective method for controlling post-tonsillectomy pain when administered in conjunction with routine medications.
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KEYWORD
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Mouthwashes, Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Postoperative pain, Tonsillectomy
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