TITLE:
The Crucial Role of Bilateral Infraclavicular Nerve Blocks in the Anesthetic Management of a Trauma Patient
AUTHORS:
Eric P. Chiang, Paul Dangerfield, Jaideep H. Mehta, Marian Sherman, Jeffrey S. Berger
KEYWORDS:
Bilateral Brachial Plexus Blocks; Regional Anesthesia in Trauma; Pain Management in Trauma
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Anesthesiology,
Vol.2 No.4,
September
5,
2012
ABSTRACT: Bilateral brachial plexus blocks and regional anesthesia in trauma patients are rarely performed due to potential complications when using these techniques. We illustrate a case in which bilateral infraclavicular nerve blocks were placed as part of a multimodal approach to pain management in a trauma patient. We discuss potential hazards, important considerations, and rationale for attempting this procedure. Ultimately, performing bilateral brachial plexus nerve blocks in trauma patients is a viable option when choosing pain management techniques.