| Sažetak | RATs provide targeted and site-specific pain relief, effectively managing acute pain in the surgical area. Those techniques can significantly reduce the need for systemic opioids, minimizing the risk of opioid-related side effects and complications. By controlling pain and minimizing opioid use, therefor minimizing the side effects like respiratory depression, sedation, nausea, and constipation, regional anesthesia contributes to enhanced postoperative recovery, shorter hospital stays, and faster return to normal activities. Effective pain management through RATs improves patient comfort, satisfaction, and overall experience during the perioperative period. Adequate pain control with regional anesthesia may decrease the risk of developing chronic pain conditions after surgery, improving long-term patient outcomes. Regional anesthesia allows for tailored pain management based on individual patient factors, such as surgical site, comorbidities, and patient preferences. The combination with other analgesic modalities, such as non-opioid medications, provides a comprehensive pain relief and optimizes patient outcomes. Effective pain control with regional anesthesia can lead to cost savings by reducing the length of hospital stays, postoperative complications, and the need for additional pain management interventions. |
