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Author Spotlight: A Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery with Multimodal Analgesia and Sevoflurane Inhalation Anesthesia
Published on: May 26, 2023
Pro's and con's of different blocks for postoperative analgesia after video-assisted thoracic surgery
M Ahmet Karakaya1, Davud Yapici2, Emre Sertac Bingül3
1Acibadem Ataşehir Hospital, Ataşehir, Istanbul.
Purpose Of Review:
Although there are a lot of studies examining the effects of different blocks for postoperative analgesia after video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS), the results are controversial.
Recent Findings:
Paravertebral block, serratus anterior plane block and erector spinae plane block appear to be effective and beneficial for post-VATS analgesia, but probably in different manners.
Summary:
All three blocks can be suggested for daily practice, the choice should be based on personal experience and preference of the anesthetist. Better studies are required for objective decision.
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