Fast‐track spinal anaesthesia reduces length of motor blockade and facilitates earlier discharge after joint arthroplasty.

This article discusses the use of fast-track spinal anesthesia in joint arthroplasty surgeries, specifically total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The authors highlight the potential benefits of using shorter-acting local anesthetics, such as mepivacaine, for spinal anesthesia, as they have been shown to result in earlier motor function recovery, shorter hospital stays, and decreased urinary retention compared to traditional bupivacaine. The article also emphasizes the importance of considering the cost and environmental impact of different anesthesia techniques, as spinal anesthesia has been found to be more cost-effective and environmentally friendly compared to volatile general anesthesia agents. The authors suggest that future studies should explore the use of newer fast-track spinal anesthesia techniques and consider outcome measures from both a monetary and environmental perspective. [Extracted from the article]

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