Aǧrı : Ağrı (Algoloji) Derneği'nin Yayın organıdır = The journal of the Turkish Society of Algology
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Using low doses of local anesthetic, ultrasound guided multiple nerve blocks were performed in a high-risk patient. Surgical anesthesia was provided in an ASA III classified patient who received ultrasound guided right femoral and bilateral popliteal blocks. ⋯ Visualization of nerves by ultrasound guidance increases block success rate and contributes to lower local anesthetic doses. Using lower doses of local anesthetic during ultrasound-guided blocks allows multiple blocks to be performed safely.
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Cervical radiculopathy is widespread in society, and the methods used in the treatment cover a wide range from conservative treatment to surgical treatment. There is not yet a full consensus on the use of invasive approaches for the optimal treatment of radicular pain. However, cervical epidural steroid injection (CESI) has been used in patients with symptoms of cervical discopathy. ⋯ The CESI application is an effective method in the treatment of cervical radiculopathy and reduces the rate of patients needing surgery.