Complications of ophthalmologic nerve blocks: a review.
Complications of ophthalmologic nerve blocks are rare, but they can have serious life- and sight-threatening consequences. Knowledge of the potential complications is essential for the anesthesiologist who performs ophthalmologic nerve blocks. However, most anesthesiologists are unfamiliar with these complications because the majority have been reported in the ophthalmology literature. We review the complications that may occur during the placement of ophthalmologic blocks and their appropriate prompt treatment.
Ahmad
Shireen
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Department of Anesthesiology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA. sah704@northwestern.edu
Ahmad
Afzal
A
D001933:Brain Stem; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013508:Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures; D009886:Ophthalmoplegia / Q000139:chemically induced; D012170:Retinal Vein Occlusion / Q000209:etiology; D012640:Seizures / Q000139:chemically induced