Optimal approach to ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum blocks for postoperative analgesia in elective caesarean section: protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum blocks are commonly used for postoperative analgesia during caesarean section. Ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum blocks can be performed through four approaches, including lateral, posterior, anterior, and intramuscular quadratus lumborum blocks. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to determine the optimal approach to ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum blocks for postoperative analgesia in elective caesarean section.

Methods and analysis

The PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library and Web of Science databases will be systematically searched from their inception to 30 July 2024. Randomised controlled trials that compared the analgesic effects of different ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum block approaches in electiv

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11308870 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature