Paravertebral block is an anesthetic method with many advantages applied to inhibit afferent nerve conduction to reduce postoperative pain or provide anesthesia for thoracic trauma surgery.

Thoracic surgery is associated with moderate to severe pain, respiratory impairment, prolonged recovery, and the potential for the development of chronic pain, creating a significant need for postoperative pain relief. Even with less invasive surgical techniques, such as robotic-assisted and laparoscopic thoracic surgery, postoperative pain is a significant concern.