Paravertebral block (PVB) has been used for unilateral procedures such as thoracotomy, breast surgery, chest wall trauma, hernia repair or renal ... General anaesthesia is currently the …

The aim of our study was to compare the efficacy of thoracic PVB as an anesthetic procedure for elective breast lump surgeries with GA, duration of postoperative pain relief being the primary …

Paravertebral block (often known as PVB) is a technique used in medicine in order to ease chest pain. An analgetic agent, usually Bupivacaine or morphine , is injected into a narrow space …

The use of PVB as a method of analgesia postoperatively has shown lower opioid usage and faster PACU discharge, when compared to alternative approaches like the intercostal nerve …

Although PVB can be undertaken at the cervical and lumbar regions, the most common technique is the thoracic PVB. Current guidance is that blocks are performed in patients who are awake. …

Background: General anaesthesia is currently the conventional technique used for surgical treatment of breast lump. Paravertebral block (PVB) has been used for unilateral procedures …

Sep 27, 2021 · Background: General anaesthesia (GA) is the conventional technique used for surgical treatment of breast lumps. However, various side effects and complications of GA, …

Jun 9, 2023 · Paravertebral nerve blocks (PVB) have experienced a surge over the past 2 decades as improved access to ultrasound has increased ease of performance. The purpose …

Thoracic paravertebral blocks (PVBs) have been shown to be effective for analgesia after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) with single- and multiple-injection techniques. The …

Sep 23, 2007 · There's no easy way to tell if a lump is cancerous from the outside, but there are some red flags, Dr. Shivadas says. If you experience any of the following, make an …