Erector Spinae Plane Block for Post-Cesarean Delivery Analgesia

Cesarean delivery (CD) is the most common surgical procedure in the world, with rates of up to 40% in some countries.1 Post-operative pain is an important complication and a great fear for this patients.2 It is a modifiable risk factor for the development of chronic postsurgical pain, which can affect up to 18% of cesarean deliveries.3 Effective analgesia can mitigate adverse effects, and facilitate early mobilization, increase breastfeeding success and improve patient satisfaction.

Source: International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia - August 5, 2019 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: C. Rinc ón, D.A. Moreno, A. Moore Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research