Comparison of pain score after giving diclofenac sodium versus nalbuphine in patients undergoing ESWL: our experience in SIMS/ SHL

ABSTRACT

Abstract Treatment of urolithiasis has been revolutionized with the introduction of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy [ESWL] due to its simplicity, non-invasive nature, efficacy, and minimal morbidity. Pain experienced during ESWL is considered to be multifactorial including type of lithotripter used, frequency, voltage, age, and sex of patient. Various analgesic agents including opiods, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, local anesthetic agents and a number of combinations have been used during extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy by various techniques