Editorial Commentary: Is It Time for Surgeons to "Take Back the Block"? Do-It-Yourself Suprascapular Nerve Blocks for Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair.
editorial · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arthro.2016.06.031.
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Abstract
Surgeon administered intraoperative shoulder suprascapular nerve block appears to be a safe, effective, "low tech," and inexpensive alternative to a preoperative interscalene block performed by an anesthesia provider. Surgeons should thoughtfully weigh the pros and cons of this technique and consider "taking back the block."
Medical subject headings
- Arthroscopy
- Rotator Cuff
Anatomy
- shoulder
- scapula