A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PORT SITE INFILTRATION OF BUPIVACAINE VS CONVENTIONAL ANALGESICS IN CONTROLLING POSTOPERATIVE PAIN FOLLOWING LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERIES

Ÿ Laparoscopic surgery is a widely accepted surgical technique due to its minimally invasive nature, resulting in Ÿ reduced postoperative pain and quicker recovery times compared to open surgeries [1]. Ÿ Despite these advantages, managing postoperative pain effectively remains a critical aspect of patient care, as inadequate pain control can lead to delayed recovery and other complications [2]. Ÿ Conventional systemic analgesics, commonly used for pain management, can have undesirable side effects Ÿ such as nausea, vomiting, and potential risk of dependency [3]. Ÿ Bupivacaine, a long-acting local anesthetic, has gained attention for its effectiveness in controlling pain with potentially fewer systemic effects when used for port site inltration [4]. Ÿ The interest in comparing bupivacaine with conventional analgesics stems from the need to enhance patient comfort and recovery while minimizing side effects [5].