Erector spinae plane block for pediatric hip surgery -a case report

Korean J Anesthesiol. 2019 Feb;72(1):68-71. doi: 10.4097/kja.d.18.00149. Epub 2018 Aug 24.

Abstract

Surgical repair of the hip is considered an extremely painful procedure. Managing pain in this surgery is challenging even with several available options, each with limitations. Erector spinae plane (ESP) block is a novel technique that has been used in different types of surgery, with promising results. Herein, we describe a case of a successful ESP block for pediatric hip surgery. In the future, ESP block could be an alternative technique for providing effective analgesia.

Keywords: Analgesia; Child; Erector spinae plane block; Hip surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Hip / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Nerve Block / methods*