Anatomical considerations for obturator nerve block with fascia iliaca compartment block
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This report reviews the topographical and functional anatomy relevant for assessing whether or not the obturator nerve (ON) can be anesthetized using a fascia iliaca compartment (FIC) block. The ON does not cross the FIC. This means that the ON would only be blocked by an FIC block if the injectate spreads to the ON outside of the FIC. Such a phenomena would require the creation of one or more artificial passageways to the ON in the retro-psoas compartment or the retroperitoneal compartment by disrupting the normal anatomical integrity of the FI. Due to this requirement for an artificial pathway, an FIC block probably does not block the ON.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine |
Volume | 46 |
Issue number | 9 |
Pages (from-to) | 806-812 |
Number of pages | 7 |
ISSN | 1098-7339 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2021 |
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© American Society of Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine 2021. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.
- anesthesia, local, methods, nerve block
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