The use of intercostal nerve block (ICNB) for thoracic surgery can reduce pain in the first 24 hours after surgery and decrease opioid use, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis, ...
Effective pain management is a cornerstone of postoperative care in cardiac surgery. Advances in regional anaesthesia, particularly ultrasound‐guided techniques, have markedly improved the precision ...
Intercostal neuralgia occurs when a person experiences neuropathic pain in their ribs, chest, or abdomen. It may feel like a sharp, stabbing, aching, or burning pain. Various conditions may cause ...