IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-7-1-14005 Original Research Paper Post–operative pain management in paediatric patients:Quadratus Lumborum Block via Intramuscular Approach Rajmala Jaiswal Dr. Dr Geeta Ahlawat Dr. January 2018 7 1 01 02 ABSTRACT

 

Quadratus lumborum block is a relatively new regional anesthetic technique first described by

R. Blanco in 20071.  We are presenting a case report in which bilateral Intramuscular Ultrasound

Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block (QLB) was given for postoperative analgesia in a 12 year

old child, who underwent appendicectomy plus inguinal herniotomy for left inguinal hernia

under general anesthesia. After surgery patient complained of pain and to avoid hemodynamic

side effects of drugs, QLB was considered. Patient got relief after 10 minutes with VAS score of

3/10. Rescue analgesia (paracetamol) for next 12 hours was greatly reduced. So QLB provides an

effective postoperative analgesia in pediatric patients.