Chicago—Use of ketorolac has become more widespread because of a demonstrable ability to improve pain scores and reduce opioid requirements, but there continues to be some concern over perioperative adverse effects related to its anti-inflammatory properties. However, as a recent literature review has shown, ketorolac has shown a favorable side effect profile with respect to bone healing, kidney function and unwanted bleeding.
According to Lawrence S. Lipana, MD, a resident physician at