Continuous Erector Spinae Block at lumbar level (L4) for prolonged postoperative analgesia after hip surgery - 20/11/18
, Alberto G. Zarcone, Maurizio Manini, Luca F. LoriniHighlights |
• | Continuous Erector Spinae Plane Block (cESPB) is a valuable strategy for postoperative pain relief after hip replacement. |
• | A catheter can be easily placed under ultrasound guidance at L4 to provide prolonged analgesia. |
• | Opioid free anesthesia can be achieved even during invasive procedures. |
• | cESPB may configure as safer and effective alternative to epidural, but rigorous studies are required. |
Keywords : Erector Spinae Block, Postoperative analgesia, Hip surgery, Hip replacement, Continuous peripheral nerve blocks, Ultrasound
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Vol 52
P. 24-25 - février 2019 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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