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Erector spinae plane block for Sprengel deformity correction surgery: A case report
Yavuz Gürkan1, Cemil Cihad Gedik2, Mete Manici1
1Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Koç University Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul, Türkiye.
Summary
Congenital high scapula (Sprengel deformity) surgery can be effectively managed with the novel Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block for thoracic analgesia. This technique offers successful pain management during the Modified Green procedure for this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Anesthesiology
- Pain Management
Background:
- Congenital high scapula, or Sprengel deformity, is a rare condition characterized by an elevated scapula.
- Surgical correction, such as the Modified Green procedure, requires significant soft tissue manipulation.
- The Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block is an emerging regional anesthesia technique for thoracic analgesia.
Observation:
- This report details the application of the ESP block in a patient with Sprengel deformity undergoing surgical correction.
- The Modified Green procedure was performed, necessitating effective pain control strategies.
Findings:
- The Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block was successfully utilized for postoperative analgesia in this patient.
- This demonstrates the feasibility and efficacy of the ESP block in the context of Sprengel deformity surgery.
Implications:
- The ESP block may represent a valuable adjunct for managing pain after congenital high scapula repair.
- This case highlights the expanding role of regional anesthesia techniques in orthopedic surgery.
- Further research could explore the broader application of ESP blocks in similar complex orthopedic procedures.
