Comparative Study, Walant vs Axillary Block in Carpal Tunnel Surgery

Objectives: Wide awake local anesthesia no tourniquet (WALANT) is a anesthetic technique that, in theory, reduces costs and surgical waiting periods. The purpose of this study was to compare axillary block (AXB) with WALANT terms pain scores, duration hospital stay, hand function patients who underwent CTR surgery. Methods: Between January 2015 February 2020, retrospective analysis conducted on the outcomes 410 CTS Walant utilized 210 patients, while AXB 200 patients. These two groups were compared regarding operative time, VAS score at specific intervals before after surgery, recovery. Results: mean operation time 11 min (8-18) for group 13 (7-43) group. Average length hospitalization 4.2 hours (2-6) 14.2 (9-26) groups. scores significiantly less than (p<0.05). percentages being able use their hands nonoperative evaluated. rates higher (65-75% vs. 45-60%). Conclusion: Increased patient comfort associated technique. It superior satisfaction, postoperative long-term management, Assuming all safety recommendations are adhered to, an alternative tourniquets surgeries obtaining bloodless field without discomfort application.