Superficial parasternal intercostal plane blocks in cardiac surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

CONCLUSION: The literature suggests a potential benefit of using superficial parasternal blocks to improve acute postoperative pain control after cardiac surgery via midline sternotomy. Future studies specifying dosing regimens and adjuncts are required.STUDY REGISTRATION: PROSPERO (CRD42022306914); first submitted 22 March 2022.PMID:38443735 | DOI:10.1007/s12630-024-02726-0

Source: Canadian Journal of Anaesthesia - March 5, 2024 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Matthew J Cameron Justin Long Kenneth Kardash Stephen S Yang Source Type: research