The spinous processes of the vertebrae were marked up to T8 level. After providing antisepsis of the skin with 10% povidone iodine, the ultrasound probe was placed at T8 level parallel to the vertebral spine at T8. The transverse process (TP) and hyperechoic pleura were observed 2.5cm right lateral of the spinous process. Using the in-plane approach, the needle was placed in the caudal direction. After confirming displacement of the pleura with 0.5-1ml local anaesthetic (LA), 20ml 0.25% bupivacaine was administered for the block .

After sterilisation of the skin with povidone iodine, the probe covered with a sterile sheath was placed 3cm lateral of the T8 spinous process. The trapezius, rhomboid major, and erector spinae muscles, and the TP of the vertebrae were visualised. The needle was placed craniocaudally within the fascial plane of the deep surface of the erector spina muscle above the bone shadow of the TP. The fluid dissemination was confirmed by raising the placement of the needle tip towards the erector spina muscle. 20ml 0.25% bupivacaine was applied to this region and the spread of local anaesthetic was observed

No block has been done

Erector spinae plane block

Consumption at the end of 24 hours will be monitored by planning a 10mg bolus, a 10-minute lock-in time, through a patient-controlled analgesia device.

11-point scale where 0=no pain and 10=worst pain