A Retrospective Cohort Study of Healthcare Utilization Associated with Paravertebral Blocks for Chronic Pain Management in Ontario

A Retrospective Cohort Study of Healthcare Utilization Associated with Paravertebral Blocks for Chronic Pain Management in Ontario

Background: Injections, particularly paravertebral blocks (PVBs), are frequently performed procedures in Ontario, Canada, for the management of chronic pain, despite limited evidence and risk of complications. Aim: This study examines usage patterns of PVBs to evaluate their effects on healthcare ut...

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Main Authors: George Deng, Michael Gofeld, Jennifer N Reid, Blayne Welk, Anne MR Agur, Eldon Loh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-01-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Pain
Subjects:
nerve blocks
pain management
interventional procedure
healthcare utilization
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/24740527.2021.1929883

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/24740527.2021.1929883

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