The complete, authoritative, and practical guide to nerve blocks -- with a comprehensive atlas of ultrasound anatomy


Hadzic’s Peripheral Nerve Blocks takes you step-by-step through traditional and ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques.

The second edition places an emphasis on clarity, standardization, and safety of peripheral nerve block techniques. Featuring sections that progress from the foundations of regional anesthesia to the clinical applications of nerve blocks, Hadzic’s includes tips and insider perspective from the leadership of The New York School of Regional Anesthesia and its academic affiliates. The book also includes a unique atlas of ultrasound anatomy for regional anesthesia and pain medicine.

FEATURES:

    A real-world emphasis on clinical utility serves as the underpinning of chapter content and drives the book’s in-depth explanations of techniques and procedures
    Outstanding organization begins with the foundations of peripheral nerve blocks (e.g., regional anesthesia, equipment, and monitoring and documentation) and then reviews clinical applications for both traditional procedures and ultrasound-guided procedures
    NEW! Substantially expanded number of nerve block techniques, including both basic and advanced blocks
    NEW! Anatomy and practical considerations for ultrasound-guided spinal, epidural and paravertebral blocks
    NEW! Atlas of surface anatomy, to better identify the surface landmarks
    NEW! Atlas of ultrasound-guided anatomy, designed to provide critical contextual detail for the preceding technique-related content
    NEW! Step-by-step standardized monitoring and documentation of the block procedures
    NEW! Decision-making algorithm integrating techniques and technology to improve the success and safety of nerve block procedures
    NEW! Section on imaging of the neuraxial space
    NEW! DVD with detailed instructions on 5 ultrasound-guided nerve blocks that cover 95% of all indications in clinical practice
    NEW! Learning aids such as tips, tables, flowcharts, precise illustrations/photos, and a comprehensive literature list