title: Neurolytic lumbar sympathetic blockade: a modified technique.
abstract: A modification of the traditional method of lumbar sympathetic blockade is described. A semi-prone patient position, combined with vertical X-ray screening, are employed to facilitate determination of the level and angle of needle insertion.
mesh_terms: D001340:Autonomic Nerve Block / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007511:Ischemia / Q000628:therapy*; D007866:Leg / Q000098:blood supply*; D008159:Lumbar Vertebrae / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000294:innervation*; D010636:Phenols; D011187:Posture; D011859:Radiography; D013129:Spinal Puncture / Q000379:methods; D013563:Sympathectomy, Chemical / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D010636:Phenols