Spine surgery pain relief: new study pits nerve block against standard anesthesia
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This study looked at 44 people aged 12-25 having scoliosis surgery to see if a nerve block (ESP block) is more cost-effective than standard anesthesia (TIVA) for pain control. Researchers measured quality of life and healthcare costs right after surgery. The goal was to find out …
Sponsor: National Bank Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:04 UTC