Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2766919 | Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine | 2008 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Large variability was observed in the size and location of the landmarks used for needle placement during stellate ganglion block. Placement of the needle medially where the transverse process joins the lateral margin of the vertebral body provides a larger bony target that may potentially provide a safer, more reliable block.
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Authors
James E. M.D., Mark A. B.S., Amir H. M.D., Gary F. M.D., Michael T. M.D., James P. M.D.,