Nationwide Comparison of Epidural and Regional Analgesia Versus Intercostal Nerve Cryoablation in Pectus Repair
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Nicholas J. Iglesias, Walter A. Ramsey, Rachael Stottlemyre, Carlos T. Huerta, Michael D. Cobler-Lichter, Akshara S. Challa, Joshua P. Parreco, Eduardo A. Perez, Juan E. Sola, Chad M. Thorson
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Pectus excavatum is the most common congenital chest wall deformity, occurring in 1 in 250–300 live births. Surgical correction of this pathology is traditionally associated with significant pain. We hypothesize intercostal nerve cryoablation is a superior analgesic modality that can improve patient comfort, improve healthcare resource utilization, and reduce opioid exposure in a high-risk population.
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