Study of the Efficacy of Local Analgesia as an Adjunct to General Anesthesia in Thyroidectomy and Parathyroidectomy

A Randomized Control Trial Comparing Bilateral Superficial Cervical Plexus Block and Local Wound Infiltration in Thyroidectomy and Parathyroidectomy

We aim to study the effect of local anesthetic when used in conjunction with general anesthesia during thyroidectomy or parathyroidectomy. We hypothesize there is equivalent pain control between bilateral superficial cervical plexus block and local wound infiltration when used in conjunction with a general anesthetic.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patient ≥ 18 years old
• Surgical indication for parathyroidectomy or thyroidectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients < 18 years old
• Patient with history of chronic opioid use
• Patient with chronic pain syndromes
• Patient with allergy to marcaine