Analgesic Efficacy of Different Volumes in Erector Spinae Plane Block in Single Level Lumbar Spine Fixation

Analgesic Efficacy of Different Volumes in Erector Spinae Plane Block in Patients Undergoing Single Level Lumbar Spine Fixation: A Non-inferiority Randomized Clinical Trial

The analgesic efficacy of different volumes in ESPB patients undergoing single-level lumbar spine fixation

The erector spinae plane block (ESPB) its an interfacial plane block for an effective treatment for thoracic neuropathic pain. Currently, compared to the use of opioids, the ESPB has fewer side effects and is safe for patients of all ages having abdominal and thoracic operations .

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged 18-65 years.
2. Both genders.
3. American Society of Anesthesiologists' (ASA) physical status I or II.
4. Undergoing single level lumbar spine fixation.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patient refusal.
2. Pregnant females.
3. Renal, lung, heart, or liver disorders.
4. Communication difficulties which might prevent a reliable postoperative assessment.
5. Contraindication to regional anesthesia (bleeding disorder, use of any anticoagulants, local infection, known allergy to local anesthetics).
6. BMI more than 30 kg/m2.