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What are the risks and side effects of intercostal nerve blocks?

April 26, 2017blocks intercostal nerve

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What are the risks and side effects of intercostal nerve blocks?

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Generally speaking, this procedure is safe. However, with any procedure there are risks, side effects and possibility of complications. The most common side effect is temporary pain at the injection site. Other uncommon risks involve infection, bruising, bleeding, worsening of symptoms etc. Fortunately, serious side effects and complications are uncommon. One serious side effect is a collapsed lung. This is rare, but since the needles are in close proximity to the lung, such a side effect is possible.