2.4. Monitoring the Intensity of Pain and the Use of Painkillers
Pain, pain
The intensity of pain and the use of painkillers were monitored in the recovery unit and in the department for up to 24 hours after surgery. Time points of monitoring were 30 and 60 minutes, 6, 12, and 24 hours after surgery.Pain intensity was monitored by the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).Painkillers included NSAIDs and opioids. The consumption of the following painkillers was monitored: paracetamol (1 gr.), tramal (100–200 mg.), morphine (10 mg.), IV dipyrone (1 gr.), ketorolac (20–60 mg.), pethidine (50–100 mg.), and diclofenac (75 mg.).