CLINICAL ASPECTS OF POSTOPERATIVE RECOVERY IN LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY

Abstract

Laparoscopic surgery has revolutionized modern surgical practice by offering significant advantages over traditional open procedures in terms of postoperative recovery. This comprehensive review examines the clinical aspects of recovery following laparoscopic interventions, focusing on pain management, physiological responses, complication rates, and rehabilitation strategies. Current evidence demonstrates that laparoscopic techniques reduce postoperative pain by 30-40%, decrease hospital stays by 2-3 days, and lower overall complication rates by 25-50% compared to open approaches [Smith et al., 2020, p. 245]. The enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols have further optimized outcomes, with patients returning to normal activities 40-60% faster [Johnson, 2021, p. 112]. This article synthesizes contemporary research to provide evidence-based recommendations for optimizing postoperative care in laparoscopic surgery.