Minerva anestesiologica
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Minerva anestesiologica · Apr 2024
Randomized Controlled TrialAnalgesic effects of pectoserratus plane block and intermediate cervical plexus block for transaxillary endoscopic thyroidectomy: a prospective randomized controlled trial.
Transaxillary endoscopic thyroidectomy (TAET) is favored for its favorable cosmetic outcomes and the preservation of anterior cervical function. Despite these benefits, postoperative analgesia has traditionally relied on pharmacological interventions, and regional anesthetic procedures may be an alternative method. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of an ultrasound-guided pectoserratus plane block (PSPB) combined with an intermediate cervical plexus block (ICPB) for TAET. ⋯ Ultrasound-guided PSPB with ICPB significantly alleviated postoperative pain and improved patient satisfaction with TAET.