The Feasibility of Spermatic Cord Block for Bilateral Orchiectomy in Metastatic Prostate Cancer: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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Overview
Randomized controlled trial compares pain and safety outcomes in prostate cancer patients undergoing bilateral orchiectomy, suggesting spermatic cord block is a viable option.
Key Points
No significant difference in intraoperative pain scores between spermatic cord block and spinal anesthesia was observed, indicating both methods can be considered safe.
At 6- and 12-hours postoperatively, morphine consumption was similar in both groups, suggesting effective pain management with spermatic cord block.
The study involved 18 male patients undergoing bilateral orchiectomy, analyzing data using independent t-test and Fisher’s exact test for statistical evaluation.
Overall, spermatic cord block presents a safe alternative to spinal anesthesia for bilateral orchiectomy, with no observed postoperative complications.