Medicine
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Techniques for Lower Limb Surgery
Quick fact
Ultrasound guidance has increased the success rate of nerve blocks to over 90% and reduced the risk of nerve injury and vascular puncture compared to blind techniques.
Why this is interesting
Imagine undergoing knee surgery while fully awake, feeling no pain, and being able to chat with your surgeon. How can a simple injection replace general anesthesia?