Effects of the Celiac Plexus Block versus Splanchnic Nerve Block for Upper Abdominal Tumors on Pain Relief and Quality of Life-randomized Comparative Study

Abstract

Introduction: The diagnosis of early cancer and therapeutic options in advanced management has 
improved of patients expectancy of life. However, pain management for these patients is important 
concerns since pain is the most common symptom in 88% of these patients with an advanced stage of the 
disease. Aim: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a neurolytic celiac plexus block versus a 
splanchnic nerve block for control of pain and the effects of these methods on the quality of life. 
Materials and Methods: This is a randomized comparative study from September 2018 to August 2019 in 
Tamil Nadu Government Multi Super Speciality Hospitals Omandurar Estate. A total of 30 patients, 15 
in each group, were allocated randomly into celiac plexus block and splanchnic nerve block, and the 
results were analyzed statistically and discussed below.