Case Reports in Anesthesiology (Jan 2013)

Myoclonus following a Peripheral Nerve Block

  • Arlene J. Hudson,
  • Kevin B. Guthmiller,
  • Marian N. Hyatt

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/213472
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2013

Abstract

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Myoclonus is an extremely rare perioperative complication following neuraxial anesthesia. It has also been reported to occur due to peripheral nerve lesions. We report a case of self-limiting myoclonus following a routine peripheral nerve block in an otherwise healthy patient.