Paravertebral block is a proper alternative anesthesia for outpatient lithotripsy

Abstract

Paravertebral block is an effective alternative anesthesia for outpatient lithotripsy; multiple level paravertebral blocks provide an optimal anesthetic condition, with acceptable adverse events for ESWL. And providing proper analgesia during the procedure and in first hour after finishing of the procedure, early discharge to home and providing better patient's satisfactions.