To compare the rhomboid intercostal subserratus plane block with the erector spinae plane block regarding their analgesic efficacy and effects on respiratory function for patients undergoing video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.
Patients who will undergo VATS
Who agrees to participate
American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I, II, and III
Elective surgery
Local anesthetic allergy
Who disagrees to participate
ASA physical status IV and V
Emergency surgery
Parallel
ESP block group
Procedure/SurgeryESP blocks are performed for patients undergoing VATS.
RISS block group
Procedure/SurgeryRISS blocks are performed for patients undergoing VATS.
Opioid consumption
Total opioid consumption within the first 24 hours in the postoperative period.
Dynamic pain score
Postoperative pain scores during coughing and deep breathing are measured on a 10 cm scale, where "0" indicates no pain and "10" indicates the worst pain ever.
Resting pain score
Postoperative pain scores during rest are measured on a 10 cm scale, where "0" indicates no pain and "10" indicates the worst pain ever.
Pulmonary functions
Pulmonary functions are assessed using Triflow performance. Postoperative Triflow numbers (whether 1, 2, or 3 balls can be raised) for the patients are recorded.
Complications
Complications regarding regional blocks and surgery (such as hematoma, pulmonary complications) are recorded.
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