THE USE OF REGIONAL anesthesia techniques in children has increased dramatically in the past two decades. Regional anesthesia is most commonly used in conjunction with general anesthesia in children, although in certain circumstances regional anesthesia may be the sole technique.…
~ Chronic pain is a significant yet underreported problem in the pediatric population, with a prevalence of up to 25%–45%. It has psychological, emotional, and social implications for both the child and the family. Common pain related functional issues include…
Recognition and treatment of acute pain is a vital component of pediatric medicine. , Adequate pain control is necessary to prevent adverse neurohormonal and developmental changes in response to painful stimuli. Fortunately, advances in pharmacologic therapy and regional anesthesia techniques…
Key Points ▪ Over the last three decades, regional anesthesia in pediatrics has become an integral part of everyday practice. ▪ Regional anesthesia appears as a viable option for treating intraoperative and postoperative pain control in children. ▪ In recent…