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Shingles following axillary nerve block. A case report.

N J Percival

    Journal of Hand Surgery (Edinburgh, Scotland)
    |February 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Axillary nerve blocks offer reliable anesthesia for upper limb surgeries. A rare case of Herpes Zoster, a previously unreported complication, occurred after an axillary nerve block.

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    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Axillary nerve blocks are a common anesthetic technique for upper limb surgeries.
    • This procedure is generally associated with a low complication rate.

    Observation:

    • A case report details a patient who developed Herpes Zoster post-procedure.
    • Herpes Zoster is a viral infection typically presenting as a rash.

    Findings:

    • This case represents a previously undocumented complication of axillary nerve blocks.
    • The occurrence of Herpes Zoster following this specific nerve block is highlighted.

    Implications:

    • This finding expands the known spectrum of potential complications associated with axillary nerve blocks.
    • Further investigation may be warranted to understand the mechanism and frequency of this rare event.

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