Tissue Perfusion for Different Approaches of Brachial Plexus Block

Effect of Different Approaches of Infraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block on Tissue Perfusion: A Randomized Trial

To compare the two different approaches of infraclavicular brachial plexus block in forearm, wrist and hand surgery in terms of perfusion index, tissue oxygenation, sensory and motor block onset time and total effect time, first analgesic time, side effects and complications, and duration of block application.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients who undergo elective forearm or hand surgery under infraclavicular brachial plexus block
• American Society of Anesthesiologists class 1 to 3
• Ability to consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of allergic reaction to local anaesthetics
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Renal or hepatic insufficiency
• Coagulation disorders