Comparison of recovery times between propofol and isoflurane in day-case surgeries: A prospective randomized study

Abstract

Background: The demand for efficient anesthetic agents in day-case surgeries necessitates comparing options like propofol and isoflurane. This study evaluates the recovery profiles of propofol versus isoflurane to determine which agent better supports rapid discharge.Methodology: This randomized study included 50 patients undergoing day-case surgeries, divided into two groups: Group P (propofol) and Group I (isoflurane), each with 25 patients. The study measured demographic variables, surgery duration, and Phase I and Phase II recovery times.Results: Both groups showed similar demographic and surgical characteristics. However, Group P exhibited significantly shorter Phase II recovery durations (31.23 minutes) compared to Group I (63.40 minutes), indicating faster discharge readiness with propofol.Conclusion: Propofol offers a significant advantage in day-case anesthesia by facilitating faster recovery, supporting its use in outpatient surgical settings where rapid turnover is prioritized.