Usefulness of locoregional nerve blocks in breast surgery. A comparative study

Background: Ultrasound-guided locoregional nerve blocks have been recently used in patients undergoing surgery for breast cancer. In particular, Paravetrebral block (PVB) and newer Pectoralis nerve (PECS) blocks can be used with the main aims of improving postoperative pain control and reducing use of opioids during general anesthesia. In this comparative study we investigated the effects of PVB and PECS in intraoperative opioid consumption, postoperative opioid consumption, postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), operative time, and post-operative hospital stay.

Source: European Journal of Cancer - September 30, 2020 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: A. Fancellu, T. Perra, P. Terragni, P. Arghittu, P. Cottu, M.C. Ninniri, G. Deiana, C. Piredda, V. Sanna, A. Porcu Tags: POSTERS A: Local Regional Treatment – Surgery Source Type: research