Purpose of Review A multimodal analgesic approach improves postoperative pain relief and
reduces opioid use; however, it is not universally implemented. This review presents the …

Background: Postoperative pain management is crucial for aesthetic plastic surgery
procedures. Poorly controlled postoperative pain results in negative physiologic effects and …

The aim of the study was to investigate whether the use of pre-and postoperative gabapentin
can decrease postoperative pain, morphine consumption, anxiety and side effects, as well …

Background Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols are effective at reducing
inpatient opiate use. There is a paucity of studies on the effects of an ERAS protocol on …

Background This article seeks to be a collection of evidence and experience-based
information for health care providers around the country and world looking to build or …

Outpatient procedures are extremely prevalent in plastic surgery, with an estimated 82% of
cosmetic plastic surgery occurring in this setting. Given that patient safety is paramount, this …

Fewer than half of all patients undergoing surgery report adequate postoperative pain relief.
Poorly managed postoperative pain can lead to complications, increased hospital stays …

Introduction Regional analgesia techniques have been increasingly used for post-operative
pain management following mastectomy. We aim to evaluate analgesic benefits of pectoral …

Background Recent advances in ultrasound technology have further increased its potential
for routine use by plastic and reconstructive surgeons. Methods An extensive literature …

Background: The paravertebral block (PVB) is an adjunctive perioperative pain control
method for patients undergoing breast reconstruction that may improve perioperative pain …