Conventional Caudal Block, Ultrasound Guided Caudal Block and Ultrasound Guided Erector Spinae Block for Pediatric Hip Surgery

Comparison of Conventional Caudal Block, Ultrasound Guided Caudal Block and Ultrasound Guided Erector Spinae Block for Pediatric Hip Surgery

This study will be conducted to compare the efficacy and safety of ultrasound guided erector spinae block , ultrasound guided caudal block and conventional caudal block for pain management after pediatric hip surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Both sex
• ASA physical activity I, II
• Age 4-12 years
• Admitted for elective hip surgery.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Parents refusal
• Children with severe systemic disease
• ASA III or IV
• Children with previous neurological or spinal anomaly, coagulation disorders
• History of premature birth
• Infection at the block injection site
• History of allergy to local anesthetics
• Bilateral hip surgery.