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 ...

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...

Understanding the local anesthetic spread in paraspinal blocks: A cadaveric study

Paraspinal fascial plane blocks have gained popularity in modern anesthesia, particularly in thoracic surgeries. Techniques like the erector spinae plane (ESP) block and intertransverse process (ITP) block are ...

Comparing posterior quadratus lumborum block and intrathecal morphine for pain relief...

Managing postoperative pain effectively is crucial after a cesarean section (CS) to prevent complications like chronic pain, greater opioid use, delayed recovery, and potential impacts on the mother-child bond....