Emerging advances in the utility of gabapentinoids for postoperative pain management
Abstract
Gabapentinoids have become increasingly integrated into multimodal perioperative analgesia, driven by evidence suggesting their ability to attenuate central sensitization, reduce postoperative hyperalgesia and limit opioid use. However, despite their widespread application in adults, the role of gabapentinoids in pediatric perioperative pain management remains insufficiently defined. This letter aims to summarize recent developments and persisting uncertainties regarding gabapentinoid use in children.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Anesthesia and Pain Management
Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
Pain Management and Opioid Use
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Surgery on Children
- Volume
- 3
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 35–36
- Publication date
- 17 January 2026