PNB: Peripheral Nerve Block

Peripheral nerve blocks are a type of regional anaesthesia. To block pain sensations from a specific area of the body, the anaesthetic is injected near a specific nerve or bundle of nerves.

Studies have shown that peripheral nerve blocks are usually well-tolerated and provide regional analgesia that is superior to other modalities, such as oral pain medications or general anaesthesia.

Ultrasound has been considered a major technique in PNB. Ultrasound can be used to help with a variety of regional anaesthetic procedures, such as brachial plexus and femoral blocks.

Which Ultrasound Scanner is the best for Peripheral Nerve block ?

Using a mini linear with a high-frequency transducer allows visualization of the anatomy of the region of interest. For instance, the Mini Linear Handheld WiFi Ultrasound Scanner MLCD with a built-in needle guide offers more control for anesthesiologist while performing PNB.

MLCD also provide viewing of the needle tip as it passes through the tissues, verifying alignment with the desired path and lowering the risk of accidental needle damage.

Furthermore, for PNB, real-time ultrasound imaging with the portable ultrasound scanner MLCD allows for continuous viewing of local anaesthetic solution supply to guarantee appropriate distribution, with the ability to modify the needle tip location as needed to maximize local anaesthetic distribution.

Controlling the needle insertion route and, if necessary, modifying the needle depth or angle without risking damage to neighboring structures are two advantages of MLCD guided operations.

Ultrasound guidance is useful in facilitating peripheral and neuraxial blocks and offers direct visualization of the target, adjacent structures, and local anesthetic spread.

References: Ultrasound-Guided (USG) Peripheral Nerve Block (PNB), Peripheral Nerve Blocks

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