Next day discharge after the nuss procedure using intercostal nerve cryoablation, intercostal nerve blocks, and a perioperative eras pain protocol

The Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum has historically been associated with significant postoperative pain, which has been the major factor contributing to hospital length of stay (LOS).

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - October 29, 2021 Category: Surgery Authors: John W. DiFiore, Jason O. Robertson, Surendrasingh Chhabada, Anthony L. DeRoss, Mir S. Hossain, Lorena Rincon-Cruz, Wai Sung Source Type: research