Effect of Two Different Plane Blocks on Post-thoracotomy Pain

Effects of Ultrasound-guided Continuous Erector Spina Plane Block and Continuous Serratus Anterior Plane Block on Post-thoracotomy Pain

Thoracotomy is recognized as one of the most painful surgical procedures. This increases the frequency of postoperative pulmonary complications. Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) and Serratus Anterior Plane Block (SAPB) are more superficial, easier to perform, and less likely to have complications. In addition, ESPB and SAPB applications are increasing in patients who underwent thoracotomy and thoracoscopic surgery.

In this study, the investigators aimed to evaluate the effect of continuous ESPB and continuous SAPB via US-guidance on post-thoracotomy pain.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18 to 65 years old
• ASA physical status I-II-III
• BMI 18 to 30 kg/m2
• Elective thoracotomy surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient refusing the procedure
• Emergency surgery
• History of chronic opioid or analgesic used