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September 28, 2025Open Access

Superficial Cervical Nerve Block for Carotid Endarterectomy: Clinical Case and Discusion of Pros and Cons

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ZZZurab Zakariashvili

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Overview

Case illustrates safe use of superficial cervical plexus block for carotid endarterectomy, suggesting benefits in high-risk patients.

Key Points

  • The superficial cervical plexus block offers a safe alternative to general anesthesia for neck surgeries, enhancing patient safety.
  • Ultrasound guidance during the procedure significantly improves the accuracy of anesthetic placement, reducing complications.
  • This case involved a 75-year-old male with multiple comorbidities, successfully undergoing carotid endarterectomy with continuous monitoring.
  • Utilizing this block can minimize risks such as respiratory failure, highlighting its importance in complex patient populations.

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Zurab Zakariashvili (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d909fc41e1c178a14f5abehttps://doi.org/10.52340/9789941519109.09
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