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A comparative study of gabapentin and transnasal sphenopalatine ganglion block in the treatment of postdural puncture headache in patients undergoing surgeries under spinal anasthesia

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Comparative study finds transnasal SPGB reduces pain more effectively than gabapentin in PDPH patients, suggesting a preferable treatment option.

The study aims to compare the effectiveness of gabapentin and transnasal sphenopalatine ganglion block for treating postdural puncture headache.
Conducted a prospective-comparative study at a single center.
Included 50 patients who developed PDPH after spinal anesthesia, divided into two groups.
Administered gabapentin 300 mg to Group A and transnasal sphenopalatine ganglion block to Group B.
Measured pain levels using Visual Analog Scale, along with heart rate and blood pressure at multiple intervals.
Both groups had similar baseline characteristics and pain scores.
Significant pain reduction was observed in Group B at 6 hours and 24 hours (P < 0.05).
Transnasal SPGB showed a faster relief onset and fewer side effects compared to gabapentin.

Mandadapu et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Comparative study finds transnasal SPGB reduces pain more effectively than gabapentin in PDPH patients, suggesting a preferable treatment option.