Journal of Clinical Research in Pain and Anaesthesia ISSN: 2689-6141
Case Report
Fluoroscopy Guided Superior Hypogastric Plexus Block in a Case of Recurrent Carcinoma Rectum
Published: 2024-07-24

Abstract

Rectal cancer is a complex and often painful condition necessitating multimodal approach to treat. Effectively managing pain and improving the quality of life is crucial for patients with rectal cancer. Superior hypogastric plexus (SHP) block is a safe and effective intervention in the management of pain associated with pelvic malignancies. It reduces opioid consumption, morbidity and can improve the quality of life in these patients. Here, patient had surgery previously and inspite of a possibility of disrupted anatomy of SHP, the patient had adequate pain relief

Keywords

Rectal Cancer; Hypogastric Plexus; Pelvic Inflammatory Disease; Neurolysis