What question did this study set out to answer?

Evaluate the feasibility of an ultrasound-guided approach to the thoracic erector spinae plane block in cats.

November 17, 2025AnimalsOpen Access

Assessment of an Ultrasound-Guided Longitudinal Approach to the Thoracic Erector Spinae Plane Block in Cat Cadavers: Description of Dye and Contrast Medium Distribution

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Authors

An anatomical study assesses dye and contrast medium distribution in feline cadavers, implying potential analgesic benefits in thoracic surgeries.

Evaluate the feasibility of an ultrasound-guided approach to the thoracic erector spinae plane block in cats.
Used 15 feline cadavers for the study
Administered a mixture of methylene blue, lidocaine, and iopromide
Performed CT scans to assess contrast distribution
Conducted anatomical dissection to evaluate dye distribution
Dye observed within the erector spinae musculature between T1 and T13 on all sides
Staining noted in DB mainly at T6, T7, and T8, and in one VB at T7
Sympathetic trunk staining observed in 7 out of 24 sides

Carrillo-Flores et al. (2025) studied this question.

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

An anatomical study assesses dye and contrast medium distribution in feline cadavers, implying potential analgesic benefits in thoracic surgeries.