Role of topical 2% diltiazem in pain relief in post-hemorrhoidectomy patients

Dr Anjani Kumar Anjan; Dr. Vikash Kumar

Volume : VII, Issue : XI, November - 2018

Role of topical 2% diltiazem in pain relief in post-hemorrhoidectomy patients

Dr Anjani Kumar Anjan, Dr. Vikash Kumar

Abstract :

Objectives: To find the mean pain scores on visual analogue scale on second postoperative day after hemorrhoidectomy in patients using 2% diltiazem .

Material and methods: This prospective study was carried out in kurji holy family hospital, patna,department of surgery from may 2013 to March 2017. Sixty patients (F:M=3:1) with third degree hemorrhoids were included in the study

Results: 60 patients of age group between 18 to 68 years(mean=39.79 years) with third degree hemorrhoids from may 2013 to march 2017 underwent hemorrhoidectomy . Post–operatively, topical 2% diltiazem ointment was applied in all patients. On 2nd postoperative day, mean pain scores assessed by Visual Analogue Scale was 4.21.

Conclusion: 2% diltiazem ointment application in perianal region is effective in reducing pain after hemorrhoidectomy with minimal side effect