Popliteal plexus block in TKA: A small gain or a meaningful step forward?

Introduction Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains one of the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures worldwide, yet postoperative pain continues to be a major barrier to early mobilization, patient satis...

Intrathecal morphine remains superior for post-cesarean analgesia despite promising

Effective postoperative analgesia following cesarean delivery is essential for optimizing maternal recovery, facilitating early ambulation, promoting breastfeeding, and reducing postoperative morbidity. Neuraxi...

Rethinking shoulder analgesia: the evolving role of the axillary nerve in regional an...

Shoulder pain remains one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints encountered in both surgical and pain medicine practices. It affects millions of patients worldwide and is responsible for significant dis...

How far does a superficial parasternal block really spread?

Parasternal intercostal plane blocks have rapidly become staples in modern cardiac anesthesia pathways, especially for sternotomy analgesia, where opioid minimization and stable respiratory mechanics are essent...

CT imaging reveals high ESP catheter migration in rib fracture analgesia

Rib fractures remain a major source of morbidity in trauma patients, often leading to respiratory compromise, prolonged ICU admission, and increased risk of pneumonia. Effective analgesia is essential: inadequa...

Popliteal plexus block + femoral triangle block after TKA: Modest opioid savings with...

Effective postoperative analgesia after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains a major goal within enhanced recovery pathways. Motor-sparing strategies such as the adductor canal block (ACB) and femoral triangle...