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Ultrasound-guided Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block for Therapeutic Management of Postoperative Compressive Brachial Plexus Neuropathy: A Case Report.
- Source :
- Clinical Practice & Cases in Emergency Medicine; Aug2024, Vol. 8 Issue 3, p235-238, 4p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Introduction: Compressive neuropathy of the brachial plexus is a common issue following laparoscopic and robotic surgeries. Case Report: A 71-year-old male, post-lumbar spinal surgery, presented with excruciating right upper extremity pain and paresthesias. A supraclavicular brachial plexus (SBP) block with bupivacaine provided significant pain relief, lasting 36 hours. Subsequent physical therapy led to gradual pain and weakness improvement in compressive neuropathy. Discussion: The SBP block, facilitated by ultrasound guidance, is a safe procedure with few serious complications. It proves beneficial for managing postoperative compressive neuropathy, allowing patients to break pain cycles and participate in rehabilitation. Conclusion: The SBP block is an effective addition to the management of postoperative compressive neuropathy, given its ease, safety, and potency. Although regional anesthesia provides only temporary relief, patients can experience a break in debilitating pain cycles associated with compressive neuropathy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 2474252X
- Volume :
- 8
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Clinical Practice & Cases in Emergency Medicine
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 179114524
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.5811/cpcem.6600