title: [Nerve block analgesia after surgery of the knee].
abstract: Lumbar plexus block via the inguinal approach is indicated for analgesia following knee surgery. The technique consists in an injection of the anaesthetic solution through a catheter placed into the space limited by the fascia of the iliopsoas muscle. In this area are the different nervous roots which constitute the plexus. A good technique and a good knowledge of the anatomy of this region are necessary for a successful block and for the safety of the patient.
authors: Clinique Sainte-Marthe, Dijon.
authors: J J
authors: JJ
authors: Fayard
mesh_terms: D000779:Anesthetics, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage; D002045:Bupivacaine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D006801:Humans; D007717:Knee / Q000601:surgery*; D007720:Knee Prosthesis; D008160:Lumbosacral Plexus; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000379:methods*; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D000779:Anesthetics, Local; D002045:Bupivacaine
vernacular_title: Bloc analgésique après chirurgie du genou.