False aneurysm of the axillary artery following brachial plexus block.
Brachial plexus blockade is a commonly used technique for providing surgical anesthesia for the upper extremity. Although various approaches have been described, the axillary approach is the safest and most frequently used. Most complications associated with axillary nerve block are related to local or systemic anesthetic toxicity, bleeding, infection, and nerve damage. A case of false aneurysm of the axillary artery following axillary nerve block is reported. The possible occurrence of this complication should be kept in mind to avoid permanent neurologic sequelae.
Zipkin
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Department of Anesthesiology, School of Medicine, State University of New York, Stony Brook 11794-8480.
Backus
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Scott
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Poppers
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D000368:Aged; D000783:Aneurysm / Q000209:etiology*; D001366:Axillary Artery; D001917:Brachial Plexus; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000009:adverse effects*