This second edition has been completely updated to reflect the profound advances in the field. These developments include the use of ultrasonography for imaging of peripheral nerves and the central nervous system, advances in the up-to-date understanding of the role of regional anesthesia in preventing postoperative pain, and the use
Table of Contents
Part I: History
Part II: Foundations of Regional Anesthesia
Section 1: Anatomy & Electrophysiology
Section 2: Pharmacology
Part III: Clinical Practice of Regional Anesthesia
Section 1 : Local & Infiltration Anesthesia
Section 2: Neuraxial Anesthesia
Section 3: Peripheral Nerve Blocks
Section 4: Blocks of the Head and Neck
Section 5: Upper Extremity Nerve Blocks
Section 6: Blocks for the Lower Extremity
Section 7: Intravenous Regional Blocks for the Upper & Lower Extremity
Part IV: New and Emerging Concepts in Peripheral Nerve BLocks: Equipment and Practice
Part V: Ultrasound-guided Regional Anesthesia
Part VI: Regional ANesthesia for Obstetric & Gynecologic Surgery
Part VII: Regional Anesthesia for Pediatric Surgery
Part VIII: Regional Anestheis in Patients with Special Considerations
Part IX: Perioperative Management of Patients Having Regional Anesthesia
Part X: Regional Anesthesia in Specific Patient Populations
Part XI: Neurologic Complications of Regional Anesthesia
Part XII: Does Regional Anesthesia Make a Difference?
Part XIII: Reginal Anestheisa & Acute Pain Management
Part XIV: Documentation & Training of Regional Anesthesia
