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Intercostal block for post operative pain relief

K D Cronin, M J Davies

    Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
    |August 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Intercostal nerve blocks using bupivacaine effectively managed post-operative pain in 100 upper abdominal surgery patients, lasting an average of 11 hours. Two patients experienced asymptomatic pneumothorax.

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    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Pain Management
    • Thoracic Surgery

    Background:

    • Post-operative pain is a significant challenge following upper abdominal surgery.
    • Effective pain management is crucial for patient recovery and reducing complications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and duration of intercostal nerve blocks with bupivacaine for post-operative pain relief.
    • To assess the safety profile of this analgesic technique in patients undergoing upper abdominal operations.

    Main Methods:

    • Intercostal nerve blocks were administered using 0.5% bupivacaine to 100 patients post-operatively.
    • Patients had undergone upper abdominal surgical procedures.
    • Pain relief and duration were monitored, and complications were recorded.

    Main Results:

    • Intercostal nerve blocks provided effective pain relief in 86% of patients.
    • The average duration of effective pain relief was 11 hours.
    • Two cases of asymptomatic pneumothorax were observed as the only complication.

    Conclusions:

    • Intercostal nerve blocks with bupivacaine are a highly effective method for managing post-operative pain after upper abdominal surgery.
    • The technique offers prolonged analgesia with a low complication rate, primarily asymptomatic pneumothorax.

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