Intercostal nerve block.
The intercostal nerve block is an effective and relatively safe intervention for postoperative pain control after upper abdominal and thoracic surgery. It may be done in the operating room or in the PACU. Understanding the mechanics of the technique can help to improve care of patients receiving this intervention.
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D006801:Humans; D007367:Intercostal Nerves / Q000187:drug effects; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing