Why the study?
The study aimed to compare the perioperative and postoperative outcomes of elective EVAR performed under general anesthesia versus local anesthesia.
Does local anesthesia improve perioperative and postoperative outcomes compared to general anesthesia in patients undergoing elective EVAR?
Population
96 patients undergoing elective EVAR at a single center
Comparison
General anesthesia vs local anesthesia
Design
Single-center retrospective study
Authors
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LA may reduce pulmonary complications and hospital stay in elective EVAR; leaves open whether it should be preferred pending RCTs.
Does local anesthesia improve perioperative and postoperative outcomes compared to general anesthesia in patients undergoing elective EVAR?
Local anesthesia for elective EVAR is associated with shorter operation times, reduced hospital stays, and fewer pulmonary complications compared to general anesthesia.
Toz et al. (2024) studied this question.
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