Tag: Nephrectomy

The modern approach to post-operative pain management has significantly reduced the reliance on opioids, with some studies showing successful no-opioid protocols after urologic surgery. An effective, multimodal strategy addresses the question of what pain medication is given after nephrectomy, prioritizing pain relief while minimizing side effects and the risks associated with narcotics.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen are commonly used for pain, but they can pose significant risks to kidney function, especially after a kidney removal. For individuals with a single remaining kidney, understanding why ibuprofen is typically restricted is a critical part of post-surgical recovery and long-term health management.