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Block It Like It’s Hot

It's Crunch Time: Abdominal Blocks Part II

Jul 15, 2024
Join the hosts as they dive into belly blocks, including external oblique intercostal and rectus sheath blocks. They discuss surgeon attitudes towards regional anesthesia, share a good salmon recipe, and explore advanced techniques for optimizing pain management in abdominal blocks.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rectus sheath blocks are crucial for postoperative pain relief with a focus on technique.
  • Variations in block approaches like obturator nerve blocks are explored for knee replacements.

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Rectus Sheath Blocks and the Importance of Technique for Postoperative Pain Management

Rectus sheath blocks are discussed, emphasizing the importance of technique for effective postoperative pain management. The utilization of catheters for prolonged analgesia and the significance of proper bolus administration for optimal results are highlighted. Variations in block approaches like the posterior obturator nerve block for knee replacements are also explored.

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