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Practices and diversities in plexus and peripheral nerve blocks: A survey.
Neha Singh1, Vrushali Ponde2, Balavenkatasubramanian Jagannathan3
1Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Journal of Anaesthesiology, Clinical Pharmacology
|April 18, 2025
Summary
This study surveyed plexus and peripheral nerve block practices in South Asia, revealing common techniques like the supraclavicular brachial plexus block and fascia iliaca block. Findings offer insights into current regional anesthesia utilization.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Regional Anesthesia
- Perioperative Medicine
Background:
- Regional anesthesia is vital in perioperative care, impacting patient outcomes.
- Data on plexus and peripheral nerve block utilization and practices are limited.
- This study addresses the need for data on regional anesthesia techniques.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate current practices of plexus and peripheral nerve blocks.
- To gather data on the utilization and techniques of regional anesthesia.
- To establish baseline data for future comparisons in South Asia.
Main Methods:
- A validated questionnaire was developed by 14 experts.
- The questionnaire was distributed online, receiving 1020 responses.
- Data analysis involved calculating frequencies and percentages of responses.
Main Results:
- The most common upper limb block was the supraclavicular brachial plexus approach (90.8%).
- The most frequent lower limb block was the fascia iliaca block (82.5%).
- Regional blocks were performed with varying frequencies, from daily to monthly.
Conclusions:
- This survey provides the first validated data on plexus and peripheral nerve block practices in South Asia.
- Findings highlight current practices, advantages, and limitations of these blocks.
- The data serves as a benchmark for tracking future changes in regional anesthesia.
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