Interscalene block for pain relief after shoulder surgery. A prospective randomized study.

Kinnard, P; Truchon, R; St-Pierre, A; Montreuil, J · Clin Orthop Relat Res · 1994

rct · Level II

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Abstract

A prospective randomized study undertaken in 30 patients who underwent outpatient decompressive acromioplasty demonstrated the efficacy and safety of interscalene block post-operatively. Interscalene block improved the postoperative condition and well being of these patients. Their use decreased the hospitalization rate. There were no complications or side effects.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy