[Superficial cervical plexus block in association with laryngeal mask in parathyroid surgery]

Minerva Anestesiol. 1999 Jun;65(6):372-6.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

Superficial cervical plexus block in association with laryngeal mask for the airways control has improved the postoperative outcome, in comparison with a previous group in general anaesthesia, performed by the same equipment. The local anaesthetic infiltration as a preemptive analgesia give us good evidences in pain control. The laryngeal mask contributes to a good surgical field and avoid the neck hypertension.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Cervical Plexus*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laryngeal Masks*
  • Male
  • Nerve Block*
  • Parathyroid Diseases / surgery*
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control