Sep 16, 2018 · The axillary brachial plexus block is relatively simple to perform and may be associated with a lower risk of complications compared with interscalene (eg, spinal cord or vertebral artery …

Aug 7, 2019 · It is one of the most common regional nerve blocks performed for forearm and hand surgery. This approach utilizes superficial and palpable landmarks in localizing the injection site and …

Jun 20, 2023 · The axillary approach to the brachial plexus nerve block was first described by Dr. Halstead et al. in 1884. Before the prevalence of ultrasound, its superficial location and low risk of …

Audio tracks for some languages were automatically generated. Learn more. 0:00 Patient Positioning0:44 Local anesthetic choice1:10 Ultrasound Anatomy2:36 Axillary Brachial Plexus …

Feb 27, 2024 · The axillary block is a peripheral nerve block performed in the axilla and anesthetizes the terminal branches of the brachial plexus (figure 1). Axillary blocks are used for anesthesia and/or …

2 days ago · Ultrasound-guided axillary nerve block is as effective as fracture hematoma block in providing pain control for forearm fracture reduction in emergency departments, a trial finds.

Selective block of the axillary nerve avoids many of the risks associated with brachial plexus blocks and provides just about complete anesthesia for the deltoid region.

The axillary block aims to block the terminal branches of the brachial plexus which include the median, ulnar, radial and musculocutaneous nerves. The musculocutaneous nerve often departs from the …

The axillary brachial plexus block, so called because of the proximity of the brachial plexus to the axillary artery, targets individual nerves of the plexus as they pass near the axillary artery in the groove …

Apr 29, 2025 · Explore the techniques, anatomical considerations, and clinical uses of axillary nerve blocks, including anesthetic choices and guidance methods.