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Postoperative Pain Management in Gynecologic Surgery: Evaluating the Role of Multimodal Anesthesia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Effective postoperative pain management is crucial in gynecologic surgery to enhance patient recovery and satisfaction. Multimodal anesthesia uses a combination of analgesic techniques to improve pain relief, reduce opioid use, and speed up recovery. Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of multimodal anesthesia in reducing pain, opioid consumption, and adverse effects in patients undergoing gynecologic surgeries. Methods: A prospective study was conducted with 100 patients undergoing elective gynecologic surgeries. Patients were divided into two groups: one receiving multimodal anesthesia and the other receiving traditional opioid-based analgesia. Data on pain scores, opioid use, adverse effects, and recovery milestones were collected. Results: Patients in the multimodal group experienced significantly lower pain scores, reduced opioid use, and fewer side effects compared to the traditional analgesia group. Conclusion: Multimodal anesthesia provides superior pain control, minimizes opioid requirements, and enhances recovery, making it a preferable approach for managing postoperative pain in gynecologic surgeries.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.14036786

Authors: Saba Musharaf, Heena Chowdhary, Salma Mariyam, Irm Yasmeen, Rohey Jan

Institutions: Government Medical College, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Anesthesia and Pain Management

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6930673466