The primary indication for superior hypogastric (SHP) block is visceral pelvic pain, most commonly from malignancy of the ovary, uterus, cervix, bladder, rectum or prostate. Percutaneous SHP blocks should be done under guidance of ultrasonography, fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance or computed tomography. Because of the close proximity of SHP to major vessels, and structures like vertebral column (for posterior) and guts (for anterior) are being on the way of the needle, these percutaneous blocks are associated with serious complications. Performing SHP during hysterectomy surgery, gives advantages to rule out these complications by exploring the whole intraabdominal anatomy. The investigators' theory is to find out if SHP blocks (during pelvic surgery) are useful for decreasing VAS pain scores and opioid consumption for postoperative pain.
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Postoperative Pain Scores
Timeframe: postoperative 48 hour follow-up (PACU and ward)
Postoperative Analgesic Consumption
Timeframe: postoperative 48 hour follow-up (PACU and ward)