TRANSDERMAL FENTANYL PATCH FOR ACUTE PAIN CONTROL AFTER SHORT INTRAHOSPITAL STAY

Matas Pažūsis, Kristijonas Jasaitis, Erika Keršytė, Andrius Macas, Žilvinas Endzinas Abstract Transdermal fentanyl patch (TFP) is used for alleviation of chronic pain, while scientific evidence regarding its use for acute pain is insufficient. Purpose. To compare the effects of pain control by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and TFP and the restrictions in daily activities in…