Authors: Bajwa, Sukhminder Jit Singh; Sharma, Veenita; Sharma, Ridhima; Singh, Arvinder Pal Day-care (ambulatory) surgeries are reshaping modern anesthesia practice by enabling same-day discharge without compromising patient safety. This model reduces hospital costs, infection risk, and waiting times while enhancing patient convenience. However, success depends on careful patient selection, comprehensive preanesthetic evaluation, and tailored anesthetic techniques.
The review highlights advances such as total intravenous anesthesia, low-dose spinal anesthesia, and ultrasound-guided regional blocks that promote faster recovery and minimal complications. Cost-effectiveness, strict monitoring, and clear discharge criteria remain crucial for safe outcomes—especially in resource-limited setups where logistics and expertise pose challenges.