Medial and lateral pectoral nerve block with liposomal bupivacaine for the management of postsurgical pain after submuscular breast augmentation
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Summary: This report describes an ultrasound-guided medial and lateral pectoralis nerve block using liposome bupivacaine, performed before the surgical incision, in a patient undergoing submuscular breast augmentation. The anatomic basis and technique are described. This procedure may be offered to patients undergoing submuscular insertion of a breast implant or tissue expander. Advancements in ultrasound guidance allow for more precise anatomic placement of local anesthetic agents. The injection technique used for this procedure resulted in complete relaxation of the pectoralis major, facilitating the surgical dissection and markedly diminishing postsurgical pain and muscle spasms.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Leiman, D; Barlow, M; Carpin, K; Piña, EM; Casso, D
Published Date
- January 1, 2014
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 2 / 12
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 2169-7574
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1097/GOX.0000000000000253
Citation Source
- Scopus