Serratus Anterior Plane Block As A Primary Anesthetic Technique For Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery In A Child

Cystic fibrosis (CF) commonly affects those of European descent; however, it can also be found in those of Asian, African, and Caribbean descent. Patients with CF may have significant lung disease, and their perioperative management can be challenging for the anesthesiologist. In this case report, we describe the use of serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) and IV sedation as an alternative to general anesthesia with an endotracheal tube in a patient with CF pulmonary exacerbation presenting to the operating room for a video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS).