Penile Blocks

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Penile Blocks

Fig. 32.1 Transverse section of penis Fig. 32.2 VHVS and MRI images of anatomical structures surrounding the dorsal nerve of the penis; (a) anterior view, (b) sagittal view, (c) transverse…

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Clinical Anatomy of the Brachial Plexus

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Clinical Anatomy of the Brachial Plexus

Fig. 10.1 Anatomy of the brachial plexus After exiting the intervertebral foramina, the roots traverse through the interscalene groove or triangle (scalene hiatus) before forming the trunks and entering the…

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Intercostal Nerve Blocks

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Intercostal Nerve Blocks

Fig. 29.1 Surface anatomy and needle insertion points for intercostal nerve block Midaxillary line: This line is drawn longitudinally from the midpoint of the axilla and is used in younger…

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Clinical Anatomy of the Lumbar Plexus

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Clinical Anatomy of the Lumbar Plexus

Fig. 11.1 Nerves of the lower extremity Fig. 11.2 Schematic diagram of the lumbar plexus Fig. 11.3 Lumbar and sacral plexuses within the skeleton Fig. 11.4 Major branches of the…

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Occipital Nerve Blocks

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Occipital Nerve Blocks

Fig. 17.1 Occipital nerve anatomy Fig. 17.2 VHVS and MRI images capturing the expected location of the greater occipital nerve 17.2.1 Patient Positioning Supine with head turned to the contralateral…

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Spinal Anesthesia

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Spinal Anesthesia

Fig. 34.1 Lateral positioning of patient for spinal anesthesia An alternative position for infants is to have an assistant hold the patient in a sitting position with the hips flexed…

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Regional Block Area Setup, Equipment, and Monitoring

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Regional Block Area Setup, Equipment, and Monitoring

Fig. 1.1 Equipment storage cart with clear identification of equipment, supplies, and medication The following outlines the contents of this cart: 1.2.1 General Equipment Sterile skin preparation solution. Sponges/gauze. Drape….

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Clinical Anatomy of the Sacral Plexus

Sep 22, 2016 by in ANESTHESIA Comments Off on Clinical Anatomy of the Sacral Plexus

Fig. 12.1 Schematic diagram of the lumbosacral trunk and the sacral plexus The sacral plexus itself lies anterior to the piriformis and between it and the endopelvic fascia (thus, it…

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