Table 2 Pain ratings for each assessment
Mean NRS (0–10) | SCB- mepivacaine (n = 27) | SCB- ropivacaine (n = 28) | GA (n = 29) |
|---|---|---|---|
Preop | 2.5 ± 1.8 | 3.2 ± 2.5 | 2.3 ± 2.1 |
2 h postop | 3.0 ± 2.8 | 0 | 5.3 ± 2.2 |
24 h postop | 1.8 ± 1.8 | 3.3 ± 2.7 | 2.6 ± 2.2 |
48 h postop | 1.9 ± 2.1 | 3.4 ± 2.8 | 2.8 ± 2.1 |
72 h postop | 1.6 ± 1.8 | 2.3 ± 2.2 | 2.2 ± 1.7 |
Mean OEC (mg) | |||
Before discharge (PACU+step-down unit) | 10.4 ± 7.5 | 0.4 ± 1.9 | 18.8 ± 17.6 |
Postdischarge − 24 h | 14.8 ± 15.3 | 33.2 ± 18.7 | 21.0 ± 14.5 |
24–48 h | 13.7 ± 15.7 | 30.7 ± 21.1 | 17.9 ± 17.8 |
48–72 h | 10.7 ± 14.7 | 19.6 ± 16.0 | 16.2 ± 15.7 |