Continuous Erector Spinae Plane Block as Postoperative Analgesic Technique for Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery: A Case Series.

Marco CavaleriStefano TiganoRoberta NicolettiValeria La RosaAlberto TerminellaGiacomo CusumanoFilippo SanfilippoMarinella Astuto

Published in: Journal of pain research (2021)

We report a small but promising experience regarding postoperative pain management with continuous ESPB performed after RATS. We implemented the ESPB before surgery. Larger studies on postoperative pain management with continuous regional blocks in thoracic surgery are warranted.

Keyphrases

pain management
thoracic surgery
patients undergoing
chronic pain
minimally invasive
coronary artery bypass
atrial fibrillation
surgical site infection
ultrasound guided