Celiac plExus Block to Reduce OpioID Consumption Following Hepato-pancreato-biliary Mini-invasive Surgery

Prior to the end of the laparoscopic surgery and any additional procedures, the bilateral celiac plexus block will be performed by the surgeon after identification of the aorta at the superior border of body of pancreas. A 22-gauge spinal needle will be inserted into the retroperitoneal fat on either side of the aorta under direct vision. Needle aspiration will be performed to exclude entry into vessels before administration of the interventional drug. The block will contain 20 mL of 0.5% ropivacaine hydrochloride + 1:400000 adrenaline.

Prior to the end of the laparoscopic surgery and any additional procedures, the bilateral celiac plexus block will be performed by the surgeon after identification of the aorta at the superior border of body of pancreas. A 22-gauge spinal needle will be inserted into the retroperitoneal fat on either side of the aorta under direct vision. Needle aspiration will be performed to exclude entry into vessels before administration of the interventional drug. The block will contain 20 ml of 0.9% normal saline + 1:400000 adrenaline.