Landmarks for Peripheral Nerve Blocks: Upper and Lower Extremities - Tapa blanda

Doody's Book Review Service, 06-MAY-08, Zdravka Zafirova, MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine -- "This is an update on upper and lower extremity block techniques in a unique portable format with spiral bound laminated pages and an abundance of colorful illustrations. The authors successfully achieve their goal of providing an easily accessible practical reference for nerve block procedures. This is a valuable tool for all practitioners mastering the practice of peripheral nerve blocks. The authors are experts in the field...This is a unique and invaluable pocket reference that provides excellent practical assistance in the field of regional anesthesia."-Doody's Book Review Service (Weighted Numerical Score: 90; 4 Stars)

Designed for quick reference on the wards or in the operating room, this pocket-sized flip-book depicts the anatomic landmarks whose location is essential for successfully performing peripheral nerve blocks. Full-color computer-generated drawings show surface anatomy and relevant deeper anatomic structures. Each chapter first presents basic anatomy including landmarks and then proceeds to brief descriptions of the most widely used blocks, as well as tips to troubleshoot problems and avoid complications. Both upper and lower limb blocks are included. The book is spiral bound at the top and printed on heavy, laminated paper to allow use in the operating room.