Serratus anterior plane block for pain management in thoracic surgery

Thoracoscopic lung surgeries, such as video- and robotic-assisted procedures, have reduced the complications and recovery times compared to open thoracotomy. However, postoperative pain remains a significant ch...

Evaluating TAP blocks for minimally invasive colon surgery: Superiority and non-infer...

Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols are the gold standard for colorectal surgeries, prioritizing effective pain management to minimize opioid use and complications. The transversus abdominis plane ...

Anatomical study of the obturator canal block: Insights into a precise technique for ...

The obturator nerve (ON) plays a vital role in innervating the adductor muscles and contributing to the hip and knee joint innervation. Given its role in procedures requiring hip and knee anesthesia, the ON has...

Comparing proximal and distal approaches for intercostobrachial nerve block in upper ...

With the increasing prevalence of end-stage renal disease (ESRD), patients often require repeated upper arm arteriovenous (AV) access procedures for hemodialysis. Effective anesthesia techniques are essential f...

Comparing pericapsular nerve group and lateral quadratus lumborum blocks for opioid r...

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common orthopedic procedure, and effective postoperative pain management is crucial for enhancing recovery. Regional anesthesia techniques, such as the pericapsular nerve group...

Evaluating the effect of liposomal bupivacaine in supraclavicular brachial plexus blo...

A recent study published in Anesthesiology investigated the effectiveness of adding liposomal bupivacaine to standard bupivacaine in supraclavicular brachial plexus blocks for patients undergoing distal radial ...