Prolonging the Block: Current Options
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 8
Abstract
Prolonged peripheral nerve blocks are desirable in several situations, and several methods are currently employed to achieve a prolonged sensory block. Additives added to single shot peripheral nerve blocks can cause modest prolongation of analgesia. continuous peripheral nerve blocks, even though costlier and technically difficult is the most effective way for prolonging the block for days. Newer formulation of local anesthetics and innovations in drug delivery systems also can help in increasing the duration of the analgesia for several hours
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Dr. Prasanna Vadhanan
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