Pneumothorax after coracoid infraclavicular brachial plexus block.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Several variations on the technique for infraclavicular brachial plexus block have been described. The coracoid infraclavicular technique has become popular because of easily identified landmarks, reliable distribution of blockade, and low risk of respiratory complications such as pneumothorax. We report a case of pneumothorax in a patient after a coracoid infraclavicular brachial plexus block. Subtleties in landmark identification and measurement may affect the risk of pneumothorax.
Medical subject headings
- Brachial Plexus
- Clavicle
- Nerve Block
- Pneumothorax