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The ultrasound-guided interpectoral, pectoserratus, and serratus anterior plane blocks are novel ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia techniques for superficial surgery of the anterolateral chest wall and axillary region. For these indications, the blocks have been swiftly introduced into clinical practice due to their relative simplicity, safety, and efficacy compared to the thoracic epidural and the thoracic paravertebral block.
This chapter provides an overview of the relevant clinical indications, anatomy, and sonoanatomy, a step-by-step guide for block performance, and practical tips on how to improve the success and avoid complications.
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Versyck, B. (2022). Pectoral and Serratus Plane Blocks. In: Jankovic, D., Peng, P. (eds) Regional Nerve Blocks in Anesthesia and Pain Therapy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-88727-8_31
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