Continuous Incisional Infusion of Local Anaesthetic (CIILA) Reduces Postoperative Opioid Usage in Children

In brief

This study evaluates Continuous Incisional Infusion of Local Anaesthetic (CIILA) as an alternative to opioids for managing postoperative pain in children. The technique aims to reduce opioid-related adverse effects while maintaining effective pain control and improving recovery outcomes in pediatric surgical patients.

• CIILA provides effective postoperative pain relief in pediatric patients while reducing opioid consumption and associated adverse effects.
• Continuous local anesthetic infusion at the incision site offers a safer alternative to traditional opioid-based pain management in children.
• Adequate postoperative analgesia correlates with faster recovery times and improved patient satisfaction in pediatric surgical cases.
• CIILA technique addresses the growing need to minimize opioid exposure in children undergoing surgical procedures.

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