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Ultrasound-guided Serratus Anterior Plane Block, Along with Improved Parasternal Block, is Superior to Serratus Anterior Plane Block Alone in Relieving Pain for Rhinoplasty with Autologous Costal Cartilage
BackgroundRhinoplasty with autologous costal cartilage (ACC) is followed by severe pain in the chest. Ultrasound-guided (USG) serratus anterior plane...
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The Role of Ultrasound-Guided Multipoint Fascial Plane Block in ElderlyPatients Undergoing Combined Thoracoscopic–Laparoscopic Esophagectomy: A Prospective Randomized Study
IntroductionWe estimated the safety and efficacy of ultrasound-guided multipoint fascial plane block, including serratus anterior plane block (SAPB)...
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Comparison of ultrasound-guided transversalis fascia plane block and anterior quadratus lumborum block in patients undergoing caesarean delivery: a randomized study
BackgroundCesarean section is becoming increasingly common. Well-managed postoperative analgesia improves patient comfort while encouraging early...
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Analgesic Effectiveness of Truncal Plane Blocks in Patients Undergoing the Nuss Procedure: A Randomized Controlled Trial
IntroductionMost patients undergoing the Nuss procedure reported moderate to severe pain after surgery. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy...
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The role of dexmedetomidine as an adjuvant for high-thoracic erector spinae plane block for analgesia in shoulder arthroscopy; a randomized controlled study
BackgroundManagement of postoperative pain after shoulder arthroscopy is an important issue. Dexmedetomidine, as an adjuvant, improves nerve block...
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Transversus Abdominis Plane Block Versus Local Wound Infiltration for Postoperative Pain After Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Resection: a Randomized, Double-Blinded Study
BackgroundDespite the extensive administration of the enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program, postoperative pain remains a major concern for...
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Sensory Assessment and Block Duration of Deep Parasternal Intercostal Plane Block in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Prospective Observational Study
IntroductionThere has been increasing interest in using deep parasternal intercostal plane (PIP) block as a supplement to multimodal analgesia...
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Analgesic Efficacy of Transverse Abdominis Plane Block and Quadratus Lumborum Block in Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Randomized Double-Blinded Clinical Trial
IntroductionThe analgesic effect and safety of transversus abdominis plane block (TAPB) is still controversial in various abdominal procedures....
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Comparison of postoperative IL-6 and IL-10 levels following Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) and classical Thoracolumbar Interfascial Plane (TLIP) block in a posterior lumbar decompression and stabilization procedure: a randomized controlled trial
Background and objectivesThe erector spinae plane block (ESPB) and classical thoracolumbar interfascial plane (TLIP) block can reduce postoperative...
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Fascial plane blocks for cardiothoracic surgery: a narrative review
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the limitations and risks associated with the overreliance on opioids in various surgical...
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On-demand (SOS) analgesia through Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) catheter route for post-operative pain relief in Emergency Laparotomies—a non-randomised interventional study (STAPLE trial)
IntroductionThis study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of on-demand bupivacaine infusion via transversus abdominis plane (TAP) catheter in...
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The effect of erector spinae plane block on fentanyl consumption during open abdominal hysterectomy: a randomised controlled study
BackgroundPerioperative analgesia is very important during an abdominal hysterectomy. Determining the impact of the erector spinae plane block (ESPB)...
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Fascial Plane Blocks as Regional Analgesia Techniques for Cardiac Surgeries: a Technical Description and Evidence Update
Purpose of ReviewThis article aims to review the anatomy and ultrasound techniques of common interfascial plane blocks used for cardiac surgeries...
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Effects of Erector Spinae Plane Block and Transmuscular Quadratus Lumborum Block on Postoperative Opioid Consumption in Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
IntroductionTotal laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is a common surgical procedure that is frequently associated with substantial postoperative pain....
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Transversus abdominis plane blocks for complex abdominal wall reconstruction decrease hospital length of stay compared to epidurals
BackgroundComplex abdominal wall reconstruction for ventral and incisional hernias can be quite painful with prolonged length of stay (LOS). There...
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External Oblique Intercostal Plane Block Versus Port-Site Infiltration for Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Randomized Controlled Study
PurposeAlthough laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is a minimally invasive surgery, postoperative pain is common. A novel block, the external...
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Utilization of Truncal Fascial Plane Nerve Blocks for Chronic Pain Management: A Narrative Review
Purpose of ReviewNerve blocks constitute an integral portion in the management of chronic pain. The widespread use of ultrasound imaging opened the...
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Chest Wall and Abdominal Blocks for Thoracic and Abdominal Surgeries: A Review
Purpose of ReviewThe purpose of this review is to provide an up-to-date description and overview of the rapidly growing literature pertaining to...
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Rectus Sheath Block Versus Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) Block for Open Retropubic Prostatectomy Analgesia: a Retrospective Study
We hypothesized that an intraoperative rectus sheath (RS) block performed by the surgery team would provide comparable postoperative analgesia,...
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Effect of preoperative versus postoperative use of transversus abdominis plane block with plain 0.25 % bupivacaine on postoperative opioid use: a retrospective study
BackgroundEnhanced recovery protocols optimize pain control via multimodal approaches that include transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block. The aim...