Abstract
The perioperative implementation of continuous peripheral nerve blocks is poorly described within the literature for replantation surgeries beyond digital replantation. The management of replantation patients presents a challenging balance between pain control and limb perfusion. We report the successful use of a continuous interscalene catheter in a therapeutically anticoagulated patient after midshaft humerus arm replantation. The benefits of the continuous peripheral nerve block for the patient included improved pain control and potentially improved limb perfusion making it a valuable component of this patient's treatment.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 38-40 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | A&A practice |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 15 Jul 2018 |