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Anesthesia for percutaneous renal procedures.
P D Mongan1, W E Strong, E J Menk
1Department of Surgery, Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. 78234-6200.
Regional Anesthesia
|September 1, 1991
Summary
Paravertebral and lumbar sympathetic blocks offer a reliable anesthesia technique for percutaneous radiologic procedures. This approach minimizes patient discomfort during renal pelvis and ureter manipulation, even in remote locations.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Radiology
- Pain Management
Background:
- Anesthesia for radiologic procedures often occurs outside the operating room, limiting access to immediate support.
- Anesthesiologists require reliable techniques with minimal physiological disruption for patient safety in remote settings.
Observation:
- This study reports the use of paravertebral and lumbar sympathetic blocks for anesthesia during radiologic procedures.
- The technique was applied to target the renal pelvis and ureter.
Findings:
- Paravertebral and lumbar sympathetic block provided effective anesthesia for percutaneous radiologic procedures.
- The anesthetic technique allowed for manipulation and dilation of the renal pelvis and ureter with minimal patient discomfort.
Implications:
- This regional anesthesia approach can enhance patient comfort and safety during interventional radiology.
- It offers a viable alternative for anesthesia in settings where operating room support is not readily available.