ArticleSaudi journal of anaesthesia
Erector spinae plane block complementary analgesic to enhance recovery after cardiac surgery: A prospective double-blinded randomized controlled trial.
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Background: Post-sternotomy pain is a significant challenge in cardiac surgeries. Effective pain management can reduce opioid reliance and lower pain scores, contributing to shorter hospital stays. The erector spinae plane block (ESPB) has shown promise as an analgesic for various surgical procedures. Given the frequency of sternotomies in our center and the associated prolonged pain that delays intensive care unit (ICU) discharge, we aimed to assess the impact of ESPB on postoperative opioid (fentanyl) use and pain levels up to 48 h after extubation. Methods: This study was a prospective, double-blind, randomized controlled trial involving 80 adult patients (ASA III) scheduled for cardiac surgery. Participants were randomized into two groups: the ESPB group ( Results: The ESPB group had significantly reduced fentanyl consumption during intubation (150 [0-800] vs. 950 [30-5260], Conclusions: The findings suggest that ESPB is an effective addition to multimodal anesthesia for cardiac surgery, significantly reducing pain and opioid use, and improving postoperative outcomes.
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