The Sonosite SII ultrasound machine supports regional anaesthetic techniques used during supraclavicular blocks – serving as an alternative or adjunct to general anaesthesia needed for postoperative pain control for upper extremity surgeries (mid-humerus through the hand). Anaesthesiologist Dr. David Auyong MD of Seattle, Washington here reviews scanning techniques and sonographic landmarks for the ultrasound guided nerve block. Dr. Auyong highlights patient position, the type of transducer used, the needle position and injection technique. The ability to image the plexus, rib, pleura, and subclavian artery increases safety due to improved monitoring of anatomy and needle placement.
An overview of ultrasound landmarks and scanning techniques used for peripheral arm vein access.
Dr. David Auyong reviews scanning techniques and sonographic landmarks for an ultrasound guided nerve block .
Dr. David Auyong reviews scanning techniques and sonographic landmarks for an ultrasound guided TAP block.
Dr. David Auyong reviews scanning techniques and sonographic landmarks for an ultrasound guided nerve block .
Dr. David Auyong reviews scanning techniques and sonographic landmarks for a ultrasound-guided saphenous nerve block.
Emergency Medicine, Sonosite Ultrasound
A popliteal sciatic nerve block done with the Sonosite SII ultrasound machine is a clinically valuable technique that results in anaesthesia of the calf, tibia, fibula, ankle, and foot. Anaesthesiologist Dr. David Auyong MD of Seattle, Washington here reviews scanning techniques and sonographic landmarks for the procedure, discussing important structures, techniques to visualise the popliteal vein, types of probe used, and needle/injection choices. The Sonosite II allows precise placement of local anaesthetic, much reducing patient discomfort, providing superior visualisation of the nerve and the needle during block placement.
S Series: Brachial Plexus Supraclavicular nerve block Level 1.
S Series: Sciatic Nerve Mid Thigh.
S Series: Sciatic Nerve Popliteal Vessels. Popliteal nerve block