I.V. alfentanil analgesia for physiotherapy following rib fractures.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case is presented in which intermittent i.v. alfentanil was titrated to meet the analgesic requirements in a patient with extensive rib fractures, during each session of intensive chest physiotherapy. This method of analgesia is discussed and compared with other analgesic techniques.
Medical subject headings
- Alfentanil
- Analgesia
- Physical Therapy Modalities
- Rib Fractures