A randomised evaluation of intercostal block as an adjunct to epidural analgesia for post-thoracotomy pain
Conclusion: Addition of intercostal block to epidural analgesia does not confer any benefit in terms of post-operative pain, fentanyl requirements or volume achieved on spirometry.
Source: Indian Journal of Anaesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Priya Ranganathan Asharab Tadvi Sabita Jiwnani George Karimundackal CS Pramesh Source Type: research
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