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
Systemic metronidazole may not reduce posthemorrhoidectomy pain: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Dis Colon Rectum 2017; 60: 446-455.
Published: 5th January 2018
Authors: Wanis KN, Emmerton-Coughlin HM, Coughlin S, Foley N, Vinden C
Conclusion
This meta-analysis concluded that although metronidazole speeds up return to normal activities after surgery, the effects on postoperative pain are inconsistent.
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