Patient-controlled perineural analgesia after ambulatory orthopedic surgery: A comparison of electronic versus elastomeric pumps

Abstract

Patient-controlled perineural analgesia techniques using infusor LV5® disposable elastomeric or two types of electronic pumps provide effecient pain relief at home after ambulatory orthopedic procedures. Elastomeric pumps resulted in fewer technical problems led to better patient satisfaction scores than Microjet® electronic pumps.