Publications by authors named "Pezhman Pourazari"
Adv Biomed Res
August 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study compares two pain control methods for patients with traumatic rib fractures: intrapleural analgesia (IPA) and intercostal block, focusing on their effects on clinical conditions and pain levels.
- In a trial involving 30 patients, results showed that both methods reduced pain and improved arterial blood gas levels, but intercostal block demonstrated a more significant improvement in pain intensity and gas exchange metrics (pO2, pCO2) compared to IPA.
- The conclusion indicates that intercostal blockade using bupivacaine is a more effective pain management option than the intrapleural method for these patients.
