Liposomal Bupivacaine Versus Plain Bupivacaine After Intercostal Injections For Pain Management After Thoracoscopy

The intercostal blocks will be performed at several levels corresponding to the incisions and chest tube insertion sites + two levels above and two levels below the incisions. On average, 5-6 intercostal spaces will be injected with 4-5 ml of local anesthetic at each level.

The intercostal injections of 0.5% Bupivacaine 2 mg/kg dose diluted to 30 ml total will be performed at several levels corresponding to the incisions and chest tube insertion sites + two levels above and two levels below the incisions.