The needle insertion site for intercostal nerve block anesthesia is where?
May 15, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Intercostal nerve block anesthesia is commonly used to relieve pain after thoracic or abdominal surgery. During intercostal nerve block, the needle is inserted into the intercostal spaces between the 4th and 9th ribs to block neural conduction and achieve analgesia. The precise needle insertion site for intercostal nerve block must be determined based on the patient's specific condition and the clinician's experience.
Intercostal nerve block anesthesia is commonly used to relieve pain following thoracic or abdominal surgeries. During intercostal nerve blockade, the needle is inserted into the intercostal spaces between the 4th and 9th ribs to interrupt neural conduction and achieve analgesia. The specific details are as follows:
The puncture site for intercostal nerve block anesthesia must be determined based on the patient's individual condition and the clinician's experience. Under normal circumstances, the patient should be positioned laterally or prone, allowing the physician to perform the puncture at the appropriate intercostal space, guiding the needle into the surrounding nerve region. During the procedure, the physician typically disinfects the injection site first to prevent infection. Careful attention must also be paid to the direction and depth of needle insertion to avoid accidental injury to organs or other tissues.
Intercostal nerve block anesthesia carries certain procedural risks and must be performed under the guidance of a qualified physician. If pain or any abnormal sensation occurs during the anesthesia procedure, the patient should immediately inform the physician to stop the operation.
