Easing Liver Surgery Pain: A New Block Technique

Open liver surgery is still the go-to for complex liver operations and transplants. But managing post-surgery pain remains a big challenge. A new method called the ultrasound-guided external oblique intercostal (EOI) plane block is showing promise. It's a way to provide regional anesthesia, which could help relieve pain after upper abdominal surgeries. This study wants to find out if this method is effective and safe for managing pain after open liver surgery.The EOI block works by targeting the nerves that send pain signals from the liver area. Using ultrasound helps doctors see exactly where to inject the anesthetic. This makes the block more precise and potentially more effective. The study plans to compare patients who get the EOI block with those who don't. They'll look at pain levels and how much pain medicine patients need after surgery. This study is important because better pain management can speed up recovery and improve overall quality of life for patients. It might also reduce the need for strong pain medicines, which can have side effects. But it's crucial to make sure the method is safe and works well before it's widely used.