Assessment of Efficacy of Sacral Erector Spinae Plane Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric Rectal Biopsies

Assessment of Efficacy of Sacral Erector Spinae Plane Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Pediatric Rectal Biopsies: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

The purpose of this study is to evaluate how sacral erector spinae block changed the postoperative analgesia requirements in pediatric patients undergoing rectal biopsies under general anesthesia.

Rectal biopsies in pediatric patients are performed under general anesthesia to obtain adequate tissue samples and optimize for patient comfort, well-being and safety. Post-operative pain can persist for longer than a day and requires analgesics. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of sacral erector spinae block in decreasing post-operative pain scores and analgesic requirements.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients undergoing only rectal biopsy
• ASA class I-II

Exclusion Criteria:

• ASA class III or more
• Coagulation disorders
• Sacral or spinal anatomical abnormalities
• Infection around the block site
• Local anesthesia allergy