Articles: nerve-block.
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Ultrasound-guided (USG) erector-spinae plane block (ESPB) may be better than intravenous opioids in treating acute hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) pain in the ED. ⋯ ESPB is a promising alternative to morphine in those with HPB pain.
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Observational Study
Is the combination of interfascial plane blocks sufficient for awake breast cancer surgery? An observational, prospective, proof-of-concept study.
Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women, often necessitating surgical intervention. While surgeries like lumpectomy can be performed under local anesthesia, more extensive procedures typically require general anesthesia. Awake breast cancer surgery has emerged as an alternative due to risks associated with general anesthesia and patient preference. ⋯ The combination of fascial plane blocks is a viable option for awake breast cancer surgery, potentially eliminating the need for more invasive anesthesia techniques. Further studies are necessary to confirm these findings in larger, homogeneous patient groups.