Definition The task of peripheral nerves is to transmit information such as pain information from the body to the brain, where it is switched and processed. Furthermore, the brain and spinal cord transmit their commands, for example to move muscles, via the same nerves to the corresponding target organ. In the case of nerve blockage, … Peripheral nerve blocks
Side effects The nerves are anaesthetized using a local anaesthetic. As a result, in very rare cases of allergies to the drugs used, intolerance reactions can occur, which in the worst case end in circulatory shock. This can be partly counteracted by informing the doctor before treatment about known allergies. After the end of the … Side effects | Peripheral nerve blocks
Complications The possible side effects of femoral block are those of peripheral regional anesthesia: Nerve damage due to injuries with the cannula Nerve damage due to toxic effects of local anesthetics Bruise ( bruise ) Cardiovascular complaints (low blood pressure, circulatory arrest, etc. ) Complaints with the central nervous system (seizures, disturbances of consciousness) All … Complications | Peripheral nerve blocks
