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Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block: An Updated Review of Anatomy and Techniques
Joint Authors
Lin, Jui-An
Ueshima, Hironobu
Otake, Hiroshi
Source
Issue
Vol. 2017, Issue 2017 (31 Dec. 2017), pp.1-7, 7 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2017-01-03
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
7
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Purpose of Review.
Since the original publication on the quadratus lumborum (QL) block, the technique has evolved significantly during the last decade.
This review highlights recent advances in various approaches for administering the QL block and proposes directions for future research.
Recent Findings.
The QL block findings continue to become clearer.
We now understand that the QL block has several approach methods (anterior, lateral, posterior, and intramuscular) and the spread of local anesthetic varies with each approach.
In particular, dye injected using the anterior QL block approach spread to the L1, L2, and L3 nerve roots and within psoas major and QL muscles.
Summary.
The QL block is an effective analgesic tool for abdominal surgery.
However, the best approach is yet to be determined.
Therefore, the anesthetic spread of the several QL blocks must be made clear.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Ueshima, Hironobu& Otake, Hiroshi& Lin, Jui-An. 2017. Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block: An Updated Review of Anatomy and Techniques. BioMed Research International،Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1135112
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Ueshima, Hironobu…[et al.]. Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block: An Updated Review of Anatomy and Techniques. BioMed Research International No. 2017 (2017), pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1135112
American Medical Association (AMA)
Ueshima, Hironobu& Otake, Hiroshi& Lin, Jui-An. Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block: An Updated Review of Anatomy and Techniques. BioMed Research International. 2017. Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1135112
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1135112