Erector spinae plane block versus combined erector spinae plane block and serratus anterior plane blocks for post-thoracotomy pain: a double-blinded randomized study

Key Points

• To compare the analgesic efficacy of sole erector spinae plane block and combined erector spinae and serratus anterior plane blocks after thoracotomy.
• Double-blinded randomized design
• Comparison of two different block techniques
• Assessment of postoperative pain management
• Combination of blocks shows improved analgesia in the early postoperative period
• Single block provides less effective pain relief compared to the combination

Abstract