Erector Spinae Plane Block for Post-thoracotomy Pain Control

The thoracic epidural block (TEB) and thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) are the most commonly used techniques for analgesia after thoracic surgery.Recently, erector spinae plane block (ESPB) was reported as a treatment for thoracic neuropathic pain.Dexmedetomidine has been primarily used for intra- venous sedation in intensive care settings. The unique analgesic properties of dexmedetomidine have encouraged the anesthesiologists to use it perineurally. This study aims to evaluate the effect ultrasound erector spinae plane block with dexmedetomidine infusion in management of acute and chronic post thoracotomy pain.