Suprascapular and Interscalene Nerve Block for Shoulder Surgery A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Conclusions This review suggests that there are no clinically meaningful analgesic differences between suprascapular block and interscalene block except for interscalene block providing better pain control during recovery room stay; however, suprascapular block has fewer side effects. These findings suggest that suprascapular block may be considered an effective and safe interscalene block alternative for shoulder surgery.
Source: Anesthesiology - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research