Abstract

VARGAS SILVA, JF et al. Erector spinae plane block for multiple unilateral ribs fractures. Rev. Soc. Esp. Dolor [online]. 2019, vol.26, n.3, pp.199-202.  Epub Mar 23, 2020. ISSN 1134-8046.  https://dx.doi.org/10.20986/resed.2019.3687/2018.

Rib fractures are common lesions, being present in 10% of patients with closed chest trauma. It is not a serious pathology, but it is an indicator of morbidity and mortality. The risk complications, especially the pulmonary mechanics compromise of the affected patient makes it imperative to achieve optimal pain control. What makes multimodal analgesia an important pillar in the management of this entity, within this, the blocks with local anesthetic use, play an important role.

Recently, the erector spinae plan block (ESP) with different analgesic purposes has been described given its anatomical coverage. This technique has been implemented for management of several painful syndromes and compromises with considerable success.

This report attempts to describe the erector spinae plan block for analgesic control in a patient with several thorax fractures secondary to multiple trauma.

Keywords : Regional Anesthesia; analgesia; rib fracture; chest pain; thoracic surgery.

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