A. D. de Almeida

Association of perioperative intravenous lidocaine with postoperative pain and opioid use in spine surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials

Background: Effective pain management in spine surgery remains a challenge, often leading to excessive opioid consumption and associated adverse effects. While intravenous lidocaine is a promising analgesic adjunct, current evidence regarding its efficacy specifically in spine surgery is conflicting, necessitating an u...