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Peripheral Nerve Blocks for Postoperative Pain Management in Cardiothoracic Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia·September 26, 2026·PMID 42951750
Why it mattersPostoperative pain after cardiothoracic surgery is severe and often managed with opioids, which carry risks. Peripheral nerve blocks offer an effective opioid-sparing alternative with a favorable safety profile, comparable to neuraxial techniques but potentially easier to perform and with fewer contraindications.
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