Upper Extremity Blocks: Infraclavicular and Axillary Nerve Block

Alex Suginaka; James Flaherty

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-87266-3_24

Upper Extremity Blocks: Infraclavicular and Axillary Nerve Block

Alex Suginaka, James Flaherty

Anesthesiology

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Abstract

The brachial plexus can be blocked below the level of the clavicle to provide anesthesia and analgesia for the upper extremity distal to the shoulder. The infraclavicular block targets the brachial plexus at the level of the cords, while the axillary block targets its terminal branches. Understanding the ultrasound anatomy and innervation of each nerve is crucial for a safe and effective block. The depth of the axillary artery and the surrounding cords may lead to challenges in needle visualization for the infraclavicular block. The more superficial location of the axillary block conveys advantages in technical ease as well as compressibility.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Anesthesiology In-Training Exam Review
Subtitle of host publication	Regional Anesthesia and Chronic Pain
Publisher	Springer International Publishing
Pages	121-126
Number of pages	6
ISBN (Electronic)	9783030872663
ISBN (Print)	9783030872656
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-87266-3_24
State	Published - Jan 1 2022

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Keywords

Axillary block
Brachial plexus branches
Brachial plexus cords
Infraclavicular block
Regional Anesthesia

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