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Regional Anesthesia: Peripheral nerve block before surgery - 05/2020

Regional Anesthesia: Peripheral nerve block before surgery
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Abstract

This handout explains regional anesthesia, a numbing medicine you may receive before surgery to keep you from feeling pain. It tells what to expect, benefits and risks, and common side effects.

Author
Patient Care Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2020
Revision Date
05/2020
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Anesthesia
Pain Management
Side Effects
Languages
English
Record ID
4872