Dexamethasone Versus Mg Added to Bupivacaine Used in ESPB for Perioperative Pain Control in Patients Undergoing Unilateral Nephrectomy
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
Aim of the study: The current study aims to compare the effect of adding dexamethasone versus magnesium sulfate to bupivacaine in ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block on the severity of postoperative pain. Primary Objectives: \- To compare the effect of ESPB without additives to the effect of adding dexamethasone and to the impact of adding magnesium sulfate in the form of post-operative morphine consumption
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult (18 - 65) * Patients undergoing unilateral nephrectomy * ASA II / III Exclusion Criteria: * Patient refusal * Age less than 18 years * Allergy to any of the studied medications * Mid line incision * Bilateral nephrectomy * Distorted anatomy of the back (e.g. kyphoscoliosis) * Known neurologic disorders, psychiatric disorder or chronic pain * Local infection * Hemodynamic instability