An update around the evidence base for the lower extremity ultrasound regional block technique [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Abstract

Ultrasound guidance currently represents the gold standard for regional anesthesia. In particular for lower extremity blocks, despite the heterogeneity and the lack of large randomized controlled trials, current literature shows a modest improvement in block onset and quality compared with other localization techniques. This review aims to present the most recent findings on the application of ultrasound guidance for each single lower extremity approach.

Keywords

• Pain Management: Acute Clinical
• Perioperative Critical Care
• Regional Anesthesia
• Technology & Monitoring in Anesthesiology