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Erector spinae plane blocks: A narrative update

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Spread of local anesthetics after erector spinae plane block: an MRI study in healthy volunteers

Marie Sorenstua et al.

Summary: The study found that after ESPB, local anesthetic consistently spread to the erector spinae muscles, the intercostal space, and the neural foramina. Epidural spread was evident in some volunteers. Sensory testing 30-50 minutes after ESPB showed highly variable results, generally under-representing the observed spread of the anesthetic on MRI.

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Comparison of ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block and thoracic paravertebral block for postoperative analgesia after laparoscopic nephrectomy: a randomized controlled non-inferiority clinical trial

Qingzhu Fan et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates that ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block provides non-inferior analgesia for pain at rest within 24 postoperative hours in comparison to thoracic paravertebral block for laparoscopic nephrectomy.

MINERVA ANESTESIOLOGICA (2023)

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Systemic Analgesia versus Continuous Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) Infusion During Paediatric Nephrectomy: A Randomized, Controlled Trial

Suzan Adlan et al.

Summary: The purpose of this study was to compare the systemic analgesic to continuous erector spinae plane block (ESPB) for pain relief in paediatric patients undergoing open radical nephrectomy. The results showed that ultrasound-guided continuous ESPB provided better postoperative pain relief, reduced tramadol consumption, and improved pain scores compared to the use of tramadol alone.

LOCAL AND REGIONAL ANESTHESIA (2023)

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Erector Spinae Plane Block as an Analgesic Intervention in Acute Rib Fractures: A Scoping Review

Michael Jiang et al.

Summary: Rib fractures are a common and painful consequence of chest trauma. Erector spinae nerve block (ESB) is an effective and safe regional technique for managing rib fractures. It significantly reduces pain and improves respiratory parameters with minimal complications.

LOCAL AND REGIONAL ANESTHESIA (2023)

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Continuous Erector Spinae Plane Block in Paediatric VATS: A Case Series

Vishal Saxena et al.

Summary: Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery or thoracotomy is the recommended treatment for empyema. However, it is associated with intense post-operative pain. Erector spinae block is a safe and effective alternative to thoracic epidural block. There is limited experience in paediatric erector spinae block.

TURKISH JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIOLOGY AND REANIMATION (2023)

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Ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block versus thoracic epidural analgesia: Postoperative pain management after Nuss repair for pectus excavatum

David P. Bliss et al.

Summary: This study compared ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block (ESPB) with thoracic epidural analgesia (TEA) for postoperative pain management after Nuss repair in patients with pectus excavatum. Results showed higher pain scores and pain medication usage in the ESPB group, but a shorter hospital stay.

JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY (2022)

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Local anesthetic toxicity following erector spinae plane block in a neonate: A case report

Ann-Marie Crowe et al.

Summary: This case report describes the first suspected local anesthetic toxicity in a neonate following an erector spinae plane block, characterized by acute cardiac compromise. Hemodynamic parameters returned to normal after treatment with epinephrine and Intralipid.

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Continuous interscalene versus phrenic nerve-sparing high-thoracic erector spinae plane block for total shoulder arthroplasty: a randomized controlled trial

Lisa Y. Sun et al.

Summary: This study compared the use of high-thoracic erector spinae plane block (HT-ESPB) and interscalene block for total shoulder arthroplasty. The results showed that the incidence of hemidiaphragmatic paralysis was significantly lower in the HT-ESPB group compared to the interscalene group. There were no significant differences in pain scores and opioid consumption between the two groups.

CANADIAN JOURNAL OF ANESTHESIA-JOURNAL CANADIEN D ANESTHESIE (2022)

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Can Ultrasound-Guided Erector Spinae Plane Block Replace Thoracic Epidural Analgesia for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric Patients Undergoing Thoracotomy? A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

Swati Singh et al.

Summary: This study compared the analgesic efficacy of unilateral continuous ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block (ESPB) with thoracic epidural (TEA) in pediatric patients undergoing thoracotomy. The results showed that both methods provided similar postoperative analgesia, but ESPB was simpler, faster, and had a lower complication rate.

ANNALS OF CARDIAC ANAESTHESIA (2022)

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Unilateral sacral erector spinae plane block for lower limb surgery in children

A. Gupta et al.

Summary: The sacral erector spinae plane block is a versatile regional anaesthesia technique that provides effective analgesia for lower limb procedures. Compared to neuraxial blocks, it is less invasive and potentially safer. This report describes the successful application of a unilateral sacral erector spinae plane block for hip and thigh surgeries in two children, resulting in effective peri-operative pain relief without significant adverse effects.

ANAESTHESIA REPORTS (2022)

Article Anesthesiology

Daring discourse: should the ESP block be renamed RIP II block?

P. A. Lonnqvist et al.

Summary: Drawing from the decline of interest in interpleural nerve blockade in the past, we should maintain a healthy skepticism towards the current fascination with erector spinae plane block (ESPB) due to its lack of adequate evidence-based support and proven mechanism of action, which may result in a similar fate.

REGIONAL ANESTHESIA AND PAIN MEDICINE (2021)

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Effects of erector spinae plane block on postoperative pain in children undergoing surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Rong Luo et al.

Summary: The erector spinae plane block provides modest pain relief and reduces the need for rescue analgesics in children postoperatively. However, evidence regarding its comparison with other regional blocks remains unclear and further research is needed.

PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA (2021)

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Early experience with erector spinae plane blocks in children

Erica L. Holland et al.

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A cadaveric study of the erector spinae plane block in a neonatal sample

Sabashnee Govender et al.

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Bilateral erector spinae plane block for scoliosis surgery: Case series

S. M. Diwan et al.

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The erector spinae plane (ESP) block: A pooled review of 242 cases

Ban C. H. Tsui et al.

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Bilateral erector spinae plane block with single injection

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Close-to-the-nerve vs interfascial plane blocks: Sniper rifle vs shotgun-which will hit the target most reliably?

Per-Arne Lonnqvist et al.

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Efficacy of bilateral erector spinae plane block in the management of pain: current insights

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