Spinal anaesthesia is a commonly used technique, either on its own or in combination with sedation or general anaesthesia. It is most commonly used for surgeries below the umbilicus, however recently its uses have extended to some surgeries above the umbilicus as well as for postoperative analgesia.

2022年6月27日 · Spinal anesthesia is a neuraxial technique in which local anesthetic is placed directly in the intrathecal (subarachnoid) space. This activity reviews the technique, contraindications, and indications of spinal anesthesia and highlights the interprofessional team's role in managing these patients.

2023年1月18日 · A spinal anaesthetic makes the bottom part of the body numb (preventing any pain during the operation), but allows people who have had one to stay awake during the operation. A spinal anaesthetic can be used for most operations below the waist.

2013年5月9日 · Spinal anesthesia, also known as Subarachnoid blockade or Spinal block is a type of regional anesthesia in which the lower half of the body is anesthetized by injecting an anesthetic agent in the subarachnoid space surrounding the spinal cord.

Indications for Spinal Anaesthesia Spinal anaesthesia is best reserved for operations below the umbilicus e.g. hernia repairs, gynaeco-logical and urological operations and any operation on the perineum or genitalia. All operations on the leg are possible, but an amputation, though pain-less, may be an unpleasant experience for an awake patient.

This topic will discuss the relevant anatomy, techniques, and management of spinal anesthesia. Indications, contraindications, preoperative evaluation, physiologic effects, and complications of spinal anesthesia are discussed separately.

2018年9月13日 · Before offering a patient spinal anesthesia, an anesthesiologist not only must be aware of the indications and contraindications of spinal anesthesia but also must be able to weigh the risks and benefits of performing the procedure.

Spinal and epidural anesthesia are procedures that deliver medicines that numb parts of your body to block pain. They are given through shots in or around the spine. A doctor who gives you epidural or spinal anesthesia is called an anesthesiologist. In some situations, this may be administered by a certified registered nurse anesthetist..

2024年10月12日 · Spinal anesthesia involves injecting a local anesthetic into the cerebrospinal fluid in the lower back, specifically into the subarachnoid space. This blocks nerve signals from reaching the brain, providing pain relief and muscle relaxation in the lower part of the body.

2023年12月19日 · Spinal anesthetics target the lumbar and caudal regions, whereas epidurals have a wider range of applicability and include the thoracic space. Total cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) volume in adults is approximately 150 mL or 1.5-2 mL/kg.