A Sole Erector Spinae Block in the Patient Posted for Thoracotomy: A Case Report

REPORTsuccess rates are higher.This block was effectively used to treat discomfort in patients with thoracic neuropathic pain, rib fractures, and metastatic ribs.The two most widely used methods for traditional interventional regional anesthesia are TPVB and TEA.However, they have several disadvantages, including the complexity of the block, high failure rate (up to 15% for TEA), hemodynamic consequences, and potential for bleeding and hematoma formation.In contrast, the ESP block acts on the fascial plane located between the erector spinae muscles and the transverse process, specifically the posterior surface.The needle does not touch the neuraxis, individual plexuses or nerves, and major blood vessels.This also reduces the risk of inadvertent spinal cord or nerve injury.Since then, these blocks have been effectively used in a variety of procedures, including