Original article title
An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Comparing the Analgesic Efficacy of Intercostal Nerve Block Versus Erector Spinae Plane Block in Thoracic Surgery.
Takeaway
Across six randomized trials, erector spinae plane blocks reduced movement-related pain at 48 hours compared with intercostal blocks after thoracoscopic surgery. Overall analgesic consumption did not differ significantly.
Keep in mind
Meta-analysis of randomized trials.
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