PCA vs Interval Analgesic Dosing for Blunt Thoracic Trauma
PCA vs Interval Analgesic Dosing for Blunt Thoracic Trauma
In this retrospective study comparing PCA with interval analgesic dosing in blunt thoracic trauma we were unable to demonstrate any benefit from reduced complications, reduced hospital LOS or reduced costs compared with analgesia provided through interval dosing as needed. For future research we would recommend a randomised trial to further evaluate this method of analgesia for thoracic injury.
Conclusion
In this retrospective study comparing PCA with interval analgesic dosing in blunt thoracic trauma we were unable to demonstrate any benefit from reduced complications, reduced hospital LOS or reduced costs compared with analgesia provided through interval dosing as needed. For future research we would recommend a randomised trial to further evaluate this method of analgesia for thoracic injury.