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Regional anesthesia for foot and ankle surgery
M S Myerson1, C M Ruland, S M Allon
1Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland 21218.
Foot & Ankle
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Regional anesthesia is a safe and effective option for foot and ankle surgery, with high success rates and patient satisfaction. This technique offers a reliable alternative for both elective procedures and trauma cases.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Orthopedic Surgery
Background:
- Regional anesthesia is an alternative to general anesthesia for surgical procedures.
- Its application in foot and ankle surgery has been explored with varying degrees of success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and patient acceptance of regional anesthesia in foot and ankle surgery.
- To assess the safety and complication rates associated with this anesthetic technique.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 1295 surgical procedures on the foot and ankle between 1986 and 1989.
- Analysis of surgeon-reported success rates and patient satisfaction surveys.
- Documentation of any minor or major complications.
Main Results:
- Regional anesthesia was utilized in 69.5% of the 1862 procedures.
- Surgeon-reported success rate was 95%.
- Patient satisfaction was reported at 87%, with only 0.3% minor complications.
Conclusions:
- Regional anesthesia is a simple, safe, reliable, and well-tolerated method for foot and ankle surgery.
- Expanded indications and experience enhance its utility in elective and trauma settings.
- High success and satisfaction rates support its continued use in this surgical subspecialty.