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Coleman JR, Hanson NA. How, when and why to establish preoperative surgical risk in thoracic surgery. Curr Opin Anaesthesiol 2023; 36:68-73. [PMID: 36550607 DOI: 10.1097/aco.0000000000001215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Emphasizing a systems-based approach, we discuss the timing for referral for perioperative surgical consultation. This review then highlights several types of comorbidities that may complicate thoracic procedures, and references recent best practices for their management. RECENT FINDINGS Patients requiring thoracic surgeries present some of the most challenging cases for both intraoperative and postoperative management. The recent SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has only exacerbated these concerns. Effective preoperative optimization, however, provides for identification of patient comorbidities, allowing for mitigation of surgical risks. This kind of planning is multidisciplinary by nature. We believe patients benefit from early engagement of a dedicated preoperative clinic experienced for caring for complex surgical patients. SUMMARY Optimizing patients for thoracic surgery can be challenging for small and large health systems alike. Implementation of evidence-based guidelines can improve care and mitigate risk. As surgical techniques evolve, future research is needed to ensure that perioperative care continues to progress.
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- John R Coleman
- Department of Anesthesiology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Minnesota Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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Ren D, Zhang B, Xu J, Liu R, Wang J, Huo H, Zhang H, Zeng J, Wang H, Xu X, Lin M, Xu S, Song Z. Effect of Upper Arm Position Changes on the Occurrence of Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain After Single-Operator Port Thoracoscopy. Front Surg 2022; 9:823259. [PMID: 35187060 PMCID: PMC8847201 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.823259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Background The aim of this study was to explore the factors associated with the occurrence of ISP after VATS to reduce the incidence of ISP and improve patients' quality of life. Methods The data of patients were collected between June 2020 and August 2020 in the Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital. The angle of upper arm was measured intraoperatively. The patient's postoperative shoulder function was quantified using the Constant-Murley shoulder function rating score. The proportional hazards model was applied to identify multiple influence factors. Results A total of 140 eligible patients met criteria. At postoperative day 3, only the age influenced patients' shoulder pain. At postoperative day 14, univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses showed that age (odds ratio [OR]: 1.098 [1.046-1.152]; P < 0.001) and upper arm Angle A (OR: 1.064 [1.011-1.121]; P = 0.018) were independent risk factors for low shoulder function scores. However, height was its protective factor (OR: 0.923 [0.871-0.977]; P = 0.006). At postoperative day 42, univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses showed that age (OR: 1.079 [1.036-1.124]; P < 0.001) was a risk factor for low shoulder function scores, and height (OR: 0.933 [0.886-0.983]; P = 0.009) was its protective factor. In contrast, upper arm Angle B was not statistically associated with low shoulder function scores (P>0.05). In addition, the reduction in ipsilateral Shoulder scores after surgery was higher in patients with more than 113° of angle A (P = 0.025). Conclusion ISP was closely related to the angle of anterior flexion of the upper arm on the patient's operative side intraoperatively. The increase in the degree of postoperative shoulder injury is more pronounced for an anterior flexion angle of >113°. Therefore, we recommend that the angle of anterior flexion of the upper extremity should be <113° intraoperatively.
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- Dian Ren
- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Colleges of Nursing, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Lung Cancer Metastasis and Tumour Microenvironment, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Colleges of Nursing, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Nursing, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Lung Cancer Metastasis and Tumour Microenvironment, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- *Correspondence: Song Xu
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Lung Cancer Metastasis and Tumour Microenvironment, Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Zuoqing Song
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Khidr AM, Senturk M, El-Tahan MR. Impact of regional analgesia techniques on the long-term clinical outcomes following thoracic surgery. Saudi J Anaesth 2021; 15:335-340. [PMID: 34764840 PMCID: PMC8579497 DOI: 10.4103/sja.sja_1178_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Continuous monitoring of clinical outcomes after thoracotomy is very important to improve medical services and to reduce complications. The use of regional analgesia techniques for thoracotomy offers several advantages in the perioperative period including effective pain control, reduced opioid consumption and associated side effects, enhanced recovery, and improved patient satisfaction. Postthoracotomy complications, such as chronic postthoracotomy pain syndrome, postthoracotomy ipsilateral shoulder pain, pulmonary complications, recurrence, and unplanned admission to the intensive care unit are frequent and may be associated with poor outcomes and mortality. The role of regional techniques to reduce the incidence of these complications is questionable. This narrative review aims to investigate the impact of regional analgesia on the long-term clinical outcomes after thoracotomy.
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- Alaa M Khidr
- Department of Anesthesiology, King Fahd Hospital of the University, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Anesthesiology, College of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Anesthesiology, King Fahd Hospital of the University, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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Kimura Kuroiwa K, Shiko Y, Kawasaki Y, Aoki Y, Nishizawa M, Ide S, Miura K, Kobayashi N, Sehmbi H. Phrenic Nerve Block at the Azygos Vein Level Versus Sham Block for Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain After Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Anesth Analg 2021; 132:1594-1602. [PMID: 33332919 PMCID: PMC8115743 DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000005305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Ipsilateral shoulder pain (ISP) is a common problem after pulmonary surgery. We hypothesized that phrenic nerve block (PNB) at the azygos vein level, near the location of the surgical operation, would be effective for reducing ISP. Our primary aim was to assess the effect of PNB on postoperative ISP, following video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS).
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- Department of Biostatistics, Clinical Research Center, Chiba University Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Biostatistics of Japanese Red Cross College of Nursing, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Hamamatsu, Japan
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- From the Department of Anesthesia, Nagano Red Cross Hospital, Nagano, Japan
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- From the Department of Anesthesia, Nagano Red Cross Hospital, Nagano, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Nagano Red Cross Hospital, Nagano, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Nagano Red Cross Hospital, Nagano, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesia & Perioperative Medicine, London Health Sciences Centre, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Blichfeldt-Eckhardt MR, Toft P. Treatment of ipsilateral shoulder pain after thoracic surgery-time for comparative studies? J Thorac Dis 2019; 11:S417-S419. [PMID: 30997235 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2018.11.91] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Morten Rune Blichfeldt-Eckhardt
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Odense University Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Odense University Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Blichfeldt-Eckhardt MR, Andersen C, Ørding H, Licht PB, Toft P. From acute to chronic pain after thoracic surgery: the significance of different components of the acute pain response. J Pain Res 2018; 11:1541-1548. [PMID: 30147358 PMCID: PMC6101742 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s161303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose Acute postoperative pain is a strong predictor for postthoracotomy pain syndrome (PTPS), but the mechanism is unknown. Even though thoracic pain is usually considered the dominating acute pain after thoracic surgery, up to 45% of patients consider shoulder pain to be dominating pain and often this shoulder pain is referred visceral pain. This study aims to examine which components of the acute pain response after thoracic surgery were associated with PTPS and if any signs of a generalized central hypersensitivity could be identified in patients with PTPS. Patients and methods In a prospective cohort study, 60 consecutive patients for lobectomy were included and examined preoperatively and 12 months postoperatively for pain and signs of hypersensitivity using a comprehensive protocol for quantitative sensory testing. Thoracic pain, shoulder pain, referred pain, and overall pain were assessed five times daily during the first four postoperative days. Results Sixteen patients (31% of the 52 patients who completed the study) developed PTPS. Thoracic pain was the only pain component that was associated with PTPS and was a stronger predictor for PTPS than overall pain. There were no signs of hypersensitivity before or after the operation in patients with PTPS, but patients with PTPS more often suffered from preoperative pain. Conclusion Thoracic pain was the only component of the acute pain response that predicted PTPS and was a stronger predictor than overall pain.
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- Morten Rune Blichfeldt-Eckhardt
- Department of Anesthesiology, Vejle Hospital, Vejle, Denmark, .,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark,
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark,
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Vejle Hospital, Vejle, Denmark,
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark,
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Pipanmekaporn T, Punjasawadwong Y, Charuluxananan S, Lapisatepun W, Bunburaphong P, Boonsri S, Tantraworasin A, Bunchungmongkol N. The Effectiveness of Intravenous Parecoxib on the Incidence of Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain After Thoracotomy: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2018; 32:302-308. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2017.05.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Blichfeldt-Eckhardt MR, Andersen C, Ørding H, Licht PB, Toft P. Shoulder Pain After Thoracic Surgery: Type and Time Course, a Prospective Cohort Study. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2017; 31:147-151. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2016.04.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2016] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Postthoracotomy Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain: A Literature Review on Characteristics and Treatment. Pain Res Manag 2016; 2016:3652726. [PMID: 28018130 PMCID: PMC5149649 DOI: 10.1155/2016/3652726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2016] [Accepted: 09/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Context. Postthoracotomy Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain (IPS) is a common and sometimes intractable pain syndrome. IPS is different from chest wall pain in type, origin, and treatments. Various treatments are suggested or applied for it but none of them is regarded as popular accepted effective one. Objectives. To review data and collect all present experiences about postthoracotomy IPS and its management and suggest future research directions. Methods. Search in PubMed database and additional search for specific topics and review them to retrieve relevant articles as data source in a narrative review article. Results. Even in the presence of effective epidural analgesia, ISP is a common cause of severe postthoracotomy pain. The phrenic nerve has an important role in the physiopathology of postthoracotomy ISP. Different treatments have been applied or suggested. Controlling the afferent nociceptive signals conveyed by the phrenic nerve at various levels—from peripheral branches on the diaphragm to its entrance in the cervical spine—could be of therapeutic value. Despite potential concerns about safety, intrapleural or phrenic nerve blocks are tolerated well, at least in a selected group of patient. Conclusion. Further researches could be directed on selective sensory block and motor function preservation of the phrenic nerve. However, the safety and efficacy of temporary loss of phrenic nerve function and intrapleural local anesthetics should be assessed.
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Blichfeldt-Eckhardt MR, Laursen CB, Berg H, Holm JH, Hansen LN, Ørding H, Andersen C, Licht PB, Toft P. A randomised, controlled, double-blind trial of ultrasound-guided phrenic nerve block to prevent shoulder pain after thoracic surgery. Anaesthesia 2016; 71:1441-1448. [DOI: 10.1111/anae.13621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Anaesthesiology; Vejle Hospital; Vejle Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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Esteban González P, Novoa NM, Varela G. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Reduces Post-Thoractomy Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain. A Prospective Randomized Study. Arch Bronconeumol 2015; 51:621-6. [PMID: 25555523 DOI: 10.1016/j.arbres.2014.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2014] [Revised: 10/28/2014] [Accepted: 11/03/2014] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The patient's position during an axillary thoracotomy can cause postoperative pain and decrease mobility of the ipsilateral shoulder. In this study, we assessed whether the implementation of a standardized analgesia program using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) decreases local pain and improves ipsilateral shoulder mobility. METHOD Randomized, single-blind, single-center clinical trial of 50 patients who had undergone anatomical lung resection via axillary muscle-sparing thoracotomy. Patients were treated with TENS devices for 30 minutes every 8 hours, beginning on postoperative day 1. Pain and mobility of the affected limb were recorded at the same time on postoperative days 1 through 3. A visual analogue scale was used for pain assessment and shoulder mobility was assessed with a goniometer. Results were compared using a non-parametric test. RESULTS Twenty-five patients were randomized to each group. Mean age of the control group was 62.7±9.3 years and 63.4±10.2 years in the experimental group. Shoulder mobility parameters were similar in both groups on all postoperative days. However, pain during flexion significantly decreased on day 2 (P=.03) and day 3 (P=.04) in the experimental group. CONCLUSION The use of TENS decreases pain from shoulder flexion in patients undergoing axillary thoracotomy for pulmonary resection.
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- Pedro Esteban González
- Servicio de Cirugía Torácica, Hospital Clínico Universitario de Salamanca, Salamanca, España.
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- Servicio de Cirugía Torácica, Hospital Clínico Universitario de Salamanca, Salamanca, España
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- Servicio de Cirugía Torácica, Hospital Clínico Universitario de Salamanca, Salamanca, España
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Bunchungmongkol N, Pipanmekaporn T, Paiboonworachat S, Saeteng S, Tantraworasin A. Incidence and Risk Factors Associated With Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain After Thoracic Surgery. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2014; 28:979-82. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2013.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2013] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Preoperatıve ultrasound-guıded suprascapular nerve block for postthoracotomy shoulder paın. Curr Ther Res Clin Exp 2014; 74:44-8. [PMID: 24385221 PMCID: PMC3862194 DOI: 10.1016/j.curtheres.2012.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/27/2012] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute postthoracotomy pain is a well-known potential problem, with pulmonary complications, ineffective respiratory rehabilitation, and delayed mobilization in the initial postoperative period, and it is followed by chronic pain. The type of thoracotomy, intercostal nerve damage, muscle retraction, costal fractures, pleural irritation, and incision scar are the most responsible mechanisms. OBJECTIVE Our aim was to assess whether preoperative ultrasound suprascapular nerve block with thoracic epidural analgesia was effective for postthoracotomy shoulder pain relief. METHODS Thirty-six American Society of Anesthesiologist classification physical status I-III patients (2011-2012), with a diagnosis of lung cancer and scheduled for elective open-lung surgery, were prospectively included in the study. Eighteen of the patients received an ultrasound-guided suprascapular nerve block with 10-mL 0.5% levobupivacaine, using a 22-gauge spinal needle, 1 hour before operation (group S); 18 other patients had thoracic epidural analgesia only, and no nerve block was performed. Standard general anesthesia was administered. Degree of shoulder pain was assessed by a blinded observer when discharging patients from the recovery room, and thereafter at 1, 3, 6, 12, 24, 36, 48, and 72 hours on infusion at rest and 12, 24, 36, 48, and 72 hours on coughing. The same blinded observer also recorded the total amount of epidural levobupivacaine and fentanyl used by the 2 groups. RESULTS In the suprascapular block group, the total amount of levobupivacaine (P = 0.0001) and fentanyl (P = 0.005) used postoperatively was statistically lower than in the epidural group. Visual analogue scale measurements in the suprascapular group were statistically significantly lower at 0, 1, 3, 6, 12, 24, 36, and 48 hours than those in the epidural group, both at rest and coughing. CONCLUSION Postthoracotomy shoulder pain reduces patient function and postsurgical rehabilitation potential after thoracotomy, and various studies on explaining the etiology and management of postthoracotomy shoulder pain have been conducted. Theories of the etiology involved either musculoskeletal origin or referred pain. In this study, we concluded that preoperative ultrasound-guided suprascapular nerve block with thoracic epidural analgesia could achieve effective shoulder pain relief for 72 hours postoperatively, both at rest and coughing.
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Wildgaard K, Petersen RH, Hansen HJ, Møller-Sørensen H, Ringsted TK, Kehlet H. Multimodal analgesic treatment in video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomy using an intraoperative intercostal catheter†. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2011; 41:1072-7. [DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezr151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Iida H, Sumi K, Yamaguchi S, Takenaka M, Dohi S. A case of cervicogenic ipsilateral shoulder pain after thoracic surgery. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2009; 23:853-4. [PMID: 19362016 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2009.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2008] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Hiroki Iida
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Gifu University Graduate School of Medicine, Gifu, Japan.
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MacDougall P, Slinger P. Post-thoracotomy shoulder pain and gabapentin: a tale of two enigmas. Can J Anaesth 2008; 55:323-7. [PMID: 18566194 DOI: 10.1007/bf03021486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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