Download – Thoracic Paravertebral Block

The thoracic paravertebral block was first described in the treatment of chronic pain. More recently, the technique has also been used to provide surgical analgesia for a variety of applications, including thoracic, breast, and general surgery. It is possible to provide analgesia lasting into the postoperative period, and certain procedures may be performed without the need for general anaesthesia.

Joe Loader and Pete Ford