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What to do if i'm having a bier block versus regular anesthesia?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

You will be: sedated so should not move too much. Effective easy block for short procedures to avoid general anesthesia. It does though wear off immediately unlike other types of regional

Answered 5/17/2014

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bier blocks rule!: If you are fortunate enough to have a procedure that a bier block is an anesthetic option that is great. Bier blocks are easy, safe, with a very low incidence of side effects. General anesthesia has more possibility of nausea, sore throat, excessive sedation, etc. Bier blocks are one of the best techniques if you are having a relatively short procedure on the hand, fingers or wrist.

Answered 6/19/2014

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