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Case Reports
. 2017 Dec;66(12):961-968.
doi: 10.1007/s00101-017-0365-6.

[Cave: interscalene catheters]

[Article in German]
P Gaus  1 , Ph Kutz  2 , J A Bachtler  3 , R Lindner  3 , P Saur  4
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[Cave: interscalene catheters]

[Article in German]
P Gaus et al. Anaesthesist. 2017 Dec.

Abstract

Interscalene regional anesthesia is an established and highly effective procedure; however, it represents an increased level of risk due to the close proximity of anatomical structures, such as the cervical spinal cord and many vessels. Furthermore, due to inadvertent placement of a catheter close to the cervical spinal cord or into a vessel, as opposed to a single shot injection technique, it remains a latent danger until it is removed. This article describes seven cases of misplaced catheters. The etiology and symptoms are discussed as well as recommendations regarding the prevention of catastrophic complications. As a result, internal practice guidelines are recommended for anesthesia departments in order to enhance the safety and quality of regional anesthesia.

Keywords: Anesthesia; Interscalene block; Perioperative prevention and control; Postoperative complications; Regional·analgesia.

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