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[Regional anaesthesia in the small child age (author's transl)]
Praktische Anasthesie, Wiederbelebung Und Intensivtherapie
|October 1, 1975
Insights
Regional anesthesia combined with deep sedation offers significant advantages for pediatric patients undergoing lengthy surgical procedures. This approach ensures patient safety and effective pain management in young children during complex operations.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- Regional anesthesia is an alternative to general anesthesia in pediatric surgery.
- Assessing the safety and efficacy of plexus anesthesia in young children is crucial.
Observation:
- A 2.5-year-old child underwent a 6-hour operation utilizing plexus anesthesia.
- The procedure involved deep sedation alongside regional anesthesia.
Findings:
- Plexus anesthesia, when combined with strong sedation, proved to be a viable option for extended pediatric surgery.
- This anesthetic technique facilitated effective pain control and management during the operation.
Implications:
- Regional anesthesia offers potential benefits for pediatric patients, including reduced systemic effects.
- Further research into deep sedation and regional anesthesia techniques in pediatric populations is warranted.
Abstract:
A plexus anaesthesia in a 6 hour operation by a 2.5 years old child is reported. The advantages of the regional anaesthesia in connection with a strong sedation in the age of young children are emphasized.