Jielan Lai

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Jielan Lai is an anesthesiologist and clinical researcher whose work focuses on regional anesthesia and perioperative pain management, particularly in the context of minimally invasive urological surgeries. Her most notable contribution is the first randomized controlled trial investigating ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum block (QLB) for perioperative analgesia in robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN). This study, published in 2020, provided early, high-quality evidence that QLB can effectively reduce postoperative pain and opioid consumption in patients undergoing RAPN—a procedure where optimal pain control is critical for early recovery. While her work has accumulated modest citation counts to date, it addresses a significant gap in the literature, as prior evidence for QLB in retroperitoneal surgeries was limited to case reports and small studies. Lai’s research has practical implications for enhancing recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols, and her trial design serves as a model for future investigations into regional anesthesia techniques in robotic surgery. Her contributions are particularly valuable for anesthesiologists and surgeons seeking evidence-based strategies to improve patient outcomes in the rapidly evolving field of robotic-assisted procedures.