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Fig. 26.1 Skeletal model showing anatomical landmarks for posterior gluteal sciatic nerve blockade Fig. 26.2 Surface landmarks for posterior gluteal sciatic nerve block The patient is placed in the lateral…

Fig. 33.1 Pediatric spine model showing spinal column in the thoracic and lumbar regions The distance of catheter threading will determine which technique to use for continuous blocks. The epidural…

Fig. 25.1 Surface anatomy and landmarks for femoral nerve blocks The patient lies supine with the legs extended and the hip slightly externally rotated after general anesthesia has been induced….

Fig. 23.1 Surface anatomy and landmarks for median nerve block The patient is placed supine with the arm abducted slightly, the elbow flexed approximately 30°, and the forearm resting on…

Fig. 28.1 (a) Surface anatomy for thoracic paravertebral block. (b) Skeletal model showing the L4 transverse process and posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS) landmarks Transverse processes: At T1, the transverse…

Motion Nerve Cord Division Trunk Root Arm abduction Suprascapulara    Upper C5, C6 Arm abduction Axillary Posterior Posterior Upper C5, C6 Elbow flexion Musculocutaneousb Lateral Posterior Upper C5, C6 Anterior…

Fig. 24.1 Surface anatomy and landmarks for posterior lumbar plexus block The patient lies in the lateral decubitus position with the operative side up and both hips and knees flexed…

Fig. 13.1 Cross section of a thoracic vertebral segment with a simplified spinal nerve and paravertebral space shown (right side only). DRG dorsal root ganglion It is important to realize…

Fig. 16.1 Deep cervical plexus anatomy 16.2.1 Patient Positioning Supine with a small towel or pillow under the head, which is turned 45° to the contralateral side with slight neck…

Nerve to be blocked Indications V1: Ophthalmic division Frontal craniotomies Ventriculo-peritoneal shunt Dermoid cyst excision Pigmented nevus excision Ommaya reservoir placements in neonates Scalp lesions V2: Maxillary division, including greater…