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Malawi med. j. (Online)
; 24(4): 89-94, 2012.
Article
in English
| AIM
| ID: biblio-1265260
ABSTRACT
Performing safe and effective regional anaesthesia for ophthalmic surgery is an important skill for anaesthetic and ophthalmologic practitioners. Akinetic sharp-needle blocks are generally safe but rare; sight and life threatening complications occur. Sub-Tenon's block using a blunt canula provides akinesa and is a safer alternative but serious complications have been reported. This review provides an introduction to the relevant anatomy; local anaesthetic drugs and commonly used techniques and a practical guide to their safe performance