Can Rhomboid Intercostal Block Be an Alternative to Paravertebral Block in Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery? A Randomized Prospective Study.

Background/objectives: Rhomboid intercostal block (RIB) is a new interfascial plane block. RIB is a simple and clinically effective technique. Paravertebral block (PVB) is offered as a first-line regional anesthesia technique for thoracoscopic surgeries.