[Acute Pain Therapy in Appendectomy].

The acute pain therapy in the setting of conventional or laparoscopic appendectomy has to be initiated by the surgeon. The success of acute pain therapy holds a direct relevance for quality of life, morbidity, chronification of pain, and economic aspects. A written consent between participating occupational groups and medical faculties based on existing guidelines is a crucial prerequisite for a well-functioning acute pain therapy. An adequately informed patient is able to actively take part in the process of his acute pain therapy. He becomes "part of the team". An efficient acute pain therapy always consists of a combination of non-medical procedures, technical operative aspects, and medical procedures.