Enhanced Recovery With Paravertebral and Transversus Abdominis Plane Blocks in Microvascular Breast Reconstruction.

Ryan GuffeyGrace KeaneAustin Y HaRajiv ParikhElizabeth OdomLi ZhangTerence M Myckatyn

Published in: Breast cancer : basic and clinical research (2020)

Implementation of a robust enhanced recovery protocol with complete regional anesthesia coverage was associated with significantly decreased opioid use despite unchanged pain scores, with improved markers of recovery including length of stay, time to oral only narcotics, and time to independent ambulation.

Keyphrases

ultrasound guided
breast reconstruction
chronic pain
randomized controlled trial
healthcare
primary care
pain management
neuropathic pain
spinal cord injury