Is continuous Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) better than continuous Serratus Anterior Plane Block (SAPB) for mitral valve surgery via mini-thoracotomy? Results from a prospective observational study

Aims: Chest wall blocks are effective alternatives for postoperative pain control in mitral valve surgery in right mini-thoracotomy (mini-MVS). We compared the efficacy of Serratus Anterior plane block (SAPB) and Erector Spinae plane block (ESPB) on postoperative pain relief after mini-MVS. Settings...

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Main Authors: Antonio Toscano, Paolo Capuano, Andrea Costamagna, Federico G Canavosio, Daniele Ferrero, Elisabetta M Alessandrini, Matteo Giunta, Mauro Rinaldi, Luca Brazzi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2022-01-01
Series:Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia
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Online Access:http://www.annals.in/article.asp?issn=0971-9784;year=2022;volume=25;issue=3;spage=286;epage=292;aulast=Toscano