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[Pharmacotherapy aspects during Harrington's method of spinal surgery]
Sozial- Und Praventivmedizin
|January 1, 1995
Summary
This retrospective analysis of 85 spinal deformation patients undergoing Harrington spondylodesis found that perioperative pharmacological treatment commonly included central and peripheral analgesics, sedation, antibiotics, and gastrointestinal motility agents.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pharmacology
Context:
- Retrospective analysis of 85 patients with spinal deformation.
- Patients underwent spondylodesis using the Harrington technique.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the necessity and patterns of pharmacological treatment during the perioperative phase of Harrington spondylodesis.
Summary:
- Central analgesics (pethidine, piritramide, pentacocine) and peripheral analgesics (propyphenazone formulations) were frequently prescribed.
- Sedation with benzodiazepines and neuroleptics, along with antibiotics (flucloxacillin, gentamicin) for prophylaxis, were commonly administered.
- Medications like carbachol or dexpanthenol were used to manage impaired gastrointestinal motility.
Impact:
- Provides insights into perioperative medication management for spinal fusion surgery.
- Highlights common drug classes used in patients undergoing Harrington spondylodesis.
- Informs clinical practice regarding pharmacotherapy in spinal deformity correction.