This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS
Effect of glyceryl trinitrate ointment on pain control after hemorrhoidectomy: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. World J Surg 2016; 40: 215-224.
Published: 4th February 2016
Authors: Liu J-W, Lin C-C, Kiu K-T, Wang C-Y, Tam K-W
Conclusion
There were twelve trials consisting of 1095 haemorroidectomy procedures. Postoperative pain was significantly reduced on days 1, 3, 7 and 14 by GTN ointment. It also speeded return to normal activity and improved wound healing at three weeks.
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