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Epidural ketamine. A preliminary report

E Mankowitz, J G Brock-Utne, J E Cosnett

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |March 20, 1982
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    Epidural ketamine hydrochloride provided effective pain relief for intractable pain in all seven patients. This treatment showed no adverse side effects and offers an advantage over opiates due to unlikely respiratory depression.

    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Pain Management
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Intractable pain significantly impacts patient quality of life.
    • Epidural administration is a common route for localized pain relief.
    • Opiates are frequently used but carry risks like respiratory depression.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of epidural ketamine hydrochloride for intractable pain.
    • To compare potential advantages of ketamine over opiates in intraspinal administration.

    Main Methods:

    • Seven patients with intractable pain received epidural ketamine hydrochloride (4 mg in 10 ml 5% dextrose water).
    • Pain relief, duration of action, and adverse effects were monitored.

    Main Results:

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    • Complete pain relief was achieved in all seven patients.
    • The duration of pain relief ranged from 30 minutes to over 6 hours.
    • No adverse side effects or neurological damage were observed.

    Conclusions:

    • Epidural ketamine hydrochloride is an effective treatment for intractable pain.
    • It offers a favorable safety profile with no observed adverse effects or neurological damage.
    • Intraspinal ketamine presents a potential advantage over opiates by minimizing the risk of respiratory depression.