Relationship between injectate volume and spread in Erector Spinae Plane Blocks

The erector spinae plane (ESP) block is a novel interfascial plane technique that was first described in 2016 by Forero et al. The technique is indicated for analgesia for rib fractures and back and chest wall ...

Biceps tendon rupture completed under an axillary brachial plexus block

Case presentation A 41-year-old man presented persistent left shoulder pain, weakness, and limited range of motion, especially during elbow flexion, linked to overuse and repetitive lifting at work. Despite con...

Comparing 0.25% bupivacaine–1% lidocaine to 0.5% bupivacaine for infraclavicular brac...

The infraclavicular brachial plexus block targets the brachial plexus at the level of the cords (i.e., lateral, medial, and posterior cords) to provide anesthesia for the arm below the shoulder. Developed as an...

Case study: Carotid endarterectomy

Case presentation A 67-year-old male patient was diagnosed with severe stenosis of the right internal carotid artery. The patient was scheduled for carotid endarterectomy to remove the atherosclerotic plaque. D...

Mastering the Ultrasound-Guided Rectus Sheath Block

The rectus sheath block provides postoperative pain relief for midline abdominal incisions. While initially used sparingly due to risks of vascular injury, the introduction of ultrasound has made the technique ...

Case study: Calcaneal fracture

Case presentation A 45-year-old male patient arrived at the emergency room in severe pain, exhibiting a deformed right heel following a fall from a ladder. X-ray imaging confirmed the presence of a calcaneal fr...