European journal of anaesthesiology
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Lung transplantation (LTx) is the definitive treatment for end-stage pulmonary disease. About 4500 LTxs are performed annually worldwide. It is considered challenging and complex surgery regarding anaesthesia and pain management. ⋯ The advantages of thoracic nerve blocks for general thoracic surgery are well established. However, their utility in LTx remains unclear. Considering paucity of relevant literature, this review aims to raise awareness about the literature gap in the field and highlight the need for further high-quality studies determining the effectiveness of available techniques.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Comparison between supra-inguinal fascia iliaca and pericapsular nerve group blocks on postoperative pain and functional recovery after total hip arthroplasty: A noninferiority randomised clinical trial.
Pain after a posterolateral approach for total hip arthroplasty (THA) may affect early functional recovery. Supra-inguinal fascia iliaca (SFIB) and pericapsular nerve group (PENG) blocks have been proposed as promising analgesia techniques. ⋯ Following a total hip arthroplasty via the posterolateral approach, a PENG block is noninferior to SFIB regarding postoperative pain control 6 h after surgery, and functional recovery.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of permissive hypercarbia on lung oxygenation during one-lung ventilation and postoperative pulmonary complications in patients undergoing thoracic surgery: A prospective randomised controlled trial.
The effect of hypercarbia on lung oxygenation during thoracic surgery remains unclear. ⋯ Permissive hypercarbia improved lung oxygenation during one-lung ventilation without increasing the risk of postoperative pulmonary complications or the length of hospital stay.
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Editorial Comment
Liposomal bupivacaine: Defining efficacy, how effective is effective?