Postoperative Pain Management and Patient Satisfaction Following Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Cross-Sectional Study in Basrah, Iraq
1. Abstract 1.1. Background Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, though minimally invasive, remains associated with significant postoperative pain that can impede recovery and affect patient satisfaction. Inadequate pain control may lead to delayed ambulation, prolonged hospital stay.







