ReviewVeterinary evidence
The efficacy of transversus abdominus plane (TAP) blocks in reducing pain scores in dogs undergoing elective spay procedures.
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Abstract
PICO question: In dogs undergoing an elective spay procedure (ovariohysterectomy or ovariectomy), does the use of a transversus abdominus plane (TAP) block compared to non-TAP reduce postoperative pain scores? Clinical Bottom Line: Category of research: Treatment. Number and type of study designs reviewed: Three studies were appraised, all of which were prospective, blinded, randomised, controlled trials. Strength of evidence: Moderate. Outcomes reported: The available studies deemed a reduction in postoperative pain scores as a marker of treatment efficacy. Conclusion: There is moderate evidence to suggest that, when compared to a control group, the use of a TAP block reduces postoperative pain scores, in dogs undergoing elective spay procedures (ovariohysterectomy or ovariectomy). The need for postoperative analgesia was reduced when a TAP block had been administered prior to the spay procedure.
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