A single dose double-blind study comparing the relative analgesic efficacy of orally-administered zomepirac sodium versus mefenamic acid in the treatment of post-operative pain

This single-dose study demonstrate the analgesic efficacy of zomepirac sodium in post-operative pain. Total Pain Relief afforded by zomepirac sodium 100 mg was significantly better than mefenamic acid 500 mg. Pain Intensity Difference scores likewise showed that the zomepirac sodium 100 mg was significantly better than zomepirac sodium 50 mg. zomepirac sodium 25 mg and placebo treatmentsThese results further support previous reports that zomepirac sodium is a safe and effective analgesic in the treatment of moderate to severe post-operative pain. (Summary)

Superior mesenteric artery syndrome

The first locally reported case of Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome in a Filipino male was presented. He complained of bilious vomiting, a history of weight loss, spasmodic epigastric pain, and a history of peptic ulcer disease. An initial trial of medical management was unsuccessful and necessitated definitive surgery that led to a relief of symptoms. The diagnosis of superior mesenteric artery syndrome was confirmed by radiologic findings of partial obstruction at the third portion of the duodenum, dilated proximal duodenum delay in emptying of the duodenum and straight line cut-off at the point of obstruction. A literature review of the causative factors, diagnosis and treatment was presented