Efficacy of combined ultrasound guided Pectoral Nerve Block (PECS I block and PECS II block) using Bupivacaine with or without Magnesium Sulfate in modified radical mastectomy under general anathesia

ConclusionThe addition of 200  mg of magnesium sulfate to bupivacaine in an ultrasound-guided Pectoral Nerve Block significantly reduce postoperative opioid consumption, prolong the duration of the analgesia, and reduce the VAS score without significant side effects after Modified Radical Mastectomy under general anesthesia.
Source: QJM - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research