Comparison of Three Different Analgesic Protocols During Shockwave Lithotripsy

Ozkan F., Erdemir F., Erkorkmaz U., Kaya Z., Senayli Y., Parlaktas B. S.

JOURNAL OF ENDOUROLOGY, vol.26, no.6, pp.691-696, 2012 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 26 Issue: 6
  • Publication Date: 2012
  • Doi Number: 10.1089/end.2011.0004
  • Journal Name: JOURNAL OF ENDOUROLOGY
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.691-696
  • Yozgat Bozok University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Background and Purpose: Shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) is one of the most important treatment modalities for urinary stone disease. The procedure may cause pain, and patient relaxation and cooperation are crucial in maintaining stone localization for optimal fragmentation and patient comfort during the procedure. As yet, there is not a standard analgesic protocol for patients undergoing SWL. We aimed to use three different analgesic agents and compare their efficacy during SWL in this study.