Post Laparoscopy Neuropathic Pain Treated by Capsaicin 8% Dermal Patch

Abstract

We report a case of chronic left flank neuropathic pain after a renal cyst removal in a 54-year old female. The patient was treated with a single application of capsaicin 8% dermal patch, with satisfactory results at an eight week follow up visit. Capsaicin 8% dermal patch could be a suitable alternative in the conservative management of post laparoscopy neuropathic pain, as it can be effective and has a well-tolerated safety profile.

Keywords:

• Capsaicin patch
• neuropathic pain
• post-laparoscopy pain
• renal surgery

Declaration of interest

The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.