Evaluation of Postoperative Pain in Cases Undergoing Cataract Surgery Under Topical Versus General Anesthesia

Evaluation of Postoperative Pain in Cases Undergoing Cataract Surgery Under Topical Anaesthetic Versus General Anaesthesia

Comparison between cataract surgery under local versus general anesthesia regarding postoperative pain, complications and patient satisfaction and need for rescue analgesic intake after surgery The results will be followed up at 24 hrs, 1 week and after one and half month following the surgery.

This prospective randomized controlled study will be carried out on 50 adult patients. Written informed consent will be taken from all prospective cases.

The cases will be selected having (ASA1), (ASA II) or (ASA III) physical status in the age range between 20 and 70 years old with cataract eye disease.

This study will be performed in Alexandria Main University Hospital, Egypt. Patients will be followed up at 24 hours, 1 week, and 6 weeks after surgery.

The following measurements will be recorded

1. Pain will be assessed prior to surgery and after surgery using VAS score at 24 hours, 1 week, and 6 weeks after surgery.
2. Need for analgesic intake after surgery will be assessed for the first 48 hours
3. Complications after surgery as irritation, infection ,and foreign body sensation were assessed
4. Patient satisfaction will be assessed.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Patients with unilateral cataract planned for surgery under topical or general anesthesia

Exclusion Criteria:

• patients under 20 or over 70 years old Eye infection Patient refusal