The efficacy of topical 8% capsaicin patches for the treatment of postsurgical neuropathic pain: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To investigate the benefits of topical 8% capsaicin patches for the decrease of postsurgical neuropathic pain level and area.

Methods

A systematic review with pooled analysis was conducted utilizing the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Five commonly used databases were employed utilizing a search string made from MeSH terms and boolean operators. Retrieved articles were then subjected to title and abstract appraisal, followed by full-text appraisal by two independent reviewers and an adjudicator to break ties.

Results

A total of 127 articles were retrieved from five commonly used databases. Of the 127 articles, 20 were subjected to full-text appraisal, with 12 remaining for inclusion. Due to a heterogeneity greater than the 50% threshold provided by Cochrane, a rando

SUBMITTER: Goodwin B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11622774 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct-Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature