The Effect of Ultrasound-Guided Multipoint Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS): A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial - Takeaways - MDSpire

The Effect of Ultrasound-Guided Multipoint Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS): A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

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  • Lijuan Li

  • Jing Wang

  • Tao Hu

  • Junmei Xu

  • Jiapeng Huang

  • August 18, 2025

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    The global prevalence of obesity is rising, with 890 million adults classified as obese in 2022, highlighting the need for effective treatment options.

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    Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) is a viable option for severe obesity, enabling significant weight loss and improving metabolic health.

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    Patients with obesity undergoing MBS are at higher risk for pain and respiratory complications, necessitating tailored analgesic regimens.

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    This study hypothesized that ultrasound-guided multipoint thoracic paravertebral block could enhance pain management in MBS patients.

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    The trial aimed to compare the effectiveness of paravertebral block combined with general anesthesia against general anesthesia alone in MBS.

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The Effect of Ultrasound-Guided Multipoint Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS): A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

  • by Lijuan Li, Jing Wang, Tao Hu, Junmei Xu, Jiapeng Huang

  • August 18, 2025

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