Intravenous Ketamine Infusion for Managing Chronic Postoperative Pain After Inguinal Herniorrhaphy: A Case Report.
Journal of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy April 30, 2025 André Luis Vieira Drumond, Lucas Nunes Bandeira de Melo, Marina Ayres Delgado 1 citation
Chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) is a debilitating condition that affects up to 50% of patients after procedures like inguinal herniorrhaphy, significantly impairing quality of life. This case report describes a 63-year-old male who experienced refractory CPSP for 5 years following inguinal hernia repair. The patient reported persistent pain despite multiple pharmacological treatments,...