Ultrasound-Guided Superficial Versus Deep Continuous Serratus Anterior Plane Block in Patients Undergoing Thoracotomy for Lung Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Key Points

• To compare opioid consumption and pain management between superficial and deep continuous serratus anterior plane block in thoracotomy patients.
• Randomized controlled trial design
• Comparison of superficial and deep continuous SAP blocks
• Measurement of opioid consumption at 24 hours post-surgery
• Monitoring post-operative pain levels
• Lower opioid consumption observed with the continuous deep SAP block compared to superficial block at 24 hours
• Difference in opioid consumption was not statistically significant
• Continuous analgesia via indwelling catheter deemed safe and effective for pain management in lung resection surgery

Abstract