Improving Postoperative Recovery: A Randomized Study of Multimodal Perineal Analgesia Protocol (MPAP) After Vaginal Surgery
University of Miami
Summary
The purpose of this research is to determine if using perineal ice packs, medicated witch-hazel pads (MAJOR® Medi-Pads), and topical benzocaine spray (Dermoplast®) helps reduce perineal pain after perineorrhaphy and/or posterior colporrhaphy surgery.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Women ≥ 18 years of age * Undergoing perineorrhaphy and/or posterior colporrhaphy (rectocele repair/posterior repair) as part of their planned vaginal pelvic reconstructive surgery * Physically able to apply medicated witch-hazel pads (MAJOR® Medi-Pads) and administer topical benzocaine spray (Dermoplast®) to the perineal area * Able to understand and willing to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the study products or components, including witch hazel, benzocaine, aloe, or other product ingredients * Minors * Pres…
Interventions
- DrugPerineal ice packs, medicated witch-hazel pads, and topical benzocaine spray
Participants will follow the Multimodal Perineal Analgesic Protocol (MPAP) in addition to their normal post-operation care. Participants will receive a Perineal Care Kit prior to discharge from the hospital. This kit will contain 14 perineal ice packs, one container of 100 medicated witch-hazel pads (MAJOR® Medi-Pads), and one 2.75 oz can of 20% benzocaine with aloe spray (Dermoplast®). Participants will receive written instructions for use of these products.
Location
- University of Miami Hospitals and ClinicsMiami, Florida