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This is a Systematic Review study (also classified as: Meta-Analysis, RCT).

September 18, 2025Open Access

Efficacy of Erector Spinae Block on Postoperative Outcomes in Bariatric Surgery Patients: A Systematic Review, Meta-Regression, and Trial-Sequential Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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Systematic review shows erector spinae plane block lowers postoperative pain and nausea in bariatric surgery patients, indicating its efficacy.

Erector spinae plane block significantly reduced resting pain at both 6 and 24 hours post-surgery.
In a review of twelve RCTs including 825 patients, opioid consumption decreased significantly after ESPB treatment.
Lower incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting was reported with ESPB in bariatric surgery patients.
Meta-regression analysis indicated that results were consistent despite baseline confounding factors.

Voznyy et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Systematic review shows erector spinae plane block lowers postoperative pain and nausea in bariatric surgery patients, indicating its efficacy.