Is nerve block anesthesia a type of local anesthesia?
Oct 12, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Nerve block anesthesia is divided into local anesthesia and intrathecal anesthesia, with intrathecal anesthesia being a form of partial anesthesia. After anesthesia and surgery, patients should rest in bed and receive lower limb massages to prevent deep vein thrombosis. Closely monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and pulse oxygen saturation to ensure they remain normal. After surgery, patients may increase intake of foods such as milk and eggs, while avoiding spicy and irritating foods.
Generally, nerve block anesthesia is divided into local anesthesia and intrathecal anesthesia, with intrathecal anesthesia being a form of regional (partial) anesthesia. After anesthesia procedures, patients should rest in bed and receive lower limb massages to prevent deep vein thrombosis. Vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and pulse oxygen saturation should be closely monitored for abnormalities.
1. Local nerve block anesthesia: This involves injecting anesthetic agents around nerves, nerve trunks, plexuses, or ganglia to block the transmission of nerve impulses, thereby producing anesthesia in the innervated area. Common types of local nerve blocks include intercostal nerve block, cervical plexus block, brachial plexus block, and digital nerve block.
2. Intrathecal nerve block anesthesia: A type of regional (spinal) anesthesia, this procedure involves injecting anesthetic drugs into different spaces within the spinal canal to block or reduce the conduction function of spinal nerves. Common types of intrathecal nerve block anesthesia include caudal block, epidural block, and subarachnoid (spinal) block. Intrathecal anesthesia is primarily used for surgeries involving the lower limbs, abdomen, and perineal regions.
