A Review of the Quadratus Lumborum Block and ERAS.

TitleA Review of the Quadratus Lumborum Block and ERAS.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2018
AuthorsAkerman M, Pejčić N, Veličković I
JournalFront Med (Lausanne)
Volume5
Pagination44
Date Published2018
ISSN2296-858X
Abstract

The use of truncal nerve blocks has been described since 2001. Since then, there have been many studies trying to understand the ideal clinical scenarios for its use. Since 2001, the transversus abdominis plane block has evolved in many ways including from landmark based technique to ultrasound guided and more recently, into the quadratus lumborum (QL) block. Its anatomical placement, concentration of local anesthetic, volume of local anesthetic, and anatomic placement have all been raised as clinical questions. This article will discuss the literature of the QL block in an effort to understand how it is best used in a variety of clinical scenarios.

DOI10.3389/fmed.2018.00044
Alternate JournalFront Med (Lausanne)
PubMed ID29536008
PubMed Central IDPMC5834926