EP-270 A meta-analysis of the randomized controlled trials exploring the effectiveness of oral versus topical use of metronidazole following excisional haemorrhoidectomy
Abstract:Objective
Metronidazole has been proven an effective proctological analgesic and antimicrobial agent in patients undergoing excisional haemorrhoidectomy. The aim of this article is to evaluate the efficacy of topical versus oral administration of metronidazole to in controlling the post-operative pain following excisional haemorrhoidectomy.
Method
A comprehensive systematic search was undertaken with the help of local librari… Show more
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