This revised and expanded second edition is a learning and self-assessment tool for the study of regional anesthesia. The first part deals with the basic principles of regional anesthesia and the equipment used. This is followed by sections on peripheral nerve blocks, central neuraxial blocks and pain. Pediatric regional anesthesia is discussed along with the adult blocks. There are additional MCQs in each section, and new chapters on the anatomy, physiology, assessment and monitoring of acute pain.

This book is aimed at those studying for the European Society of Regional Anesthesia Diploma Examinations, regional anesthesia component of FRCA examinations, and exit examinations for regional anesthesia fellowships. It is also relevant to the regional anesthesia component of US Board examinations and the Canadian fellowships in regional anesthesia.

Part 1. Principles

Anatomy and physiology of acute pain
Assessment and monitoring of acute pain
Pharmacology of acute pain management
Benefits and complications of regional anaesthesia
Equipment
Usage of ultrasound
Pharmacology of local anaesthetic drugs
Part 2
Peripheral Nerve Blocks
The upper extremity
The lower extremity
Thorax, abdomen and pelvis
Peripheral perineural catheters
Ophthalmic regional anaesthesia
Head, neck and airway
Part 3. Central Neuraxial Blocks
Anatomy and physiology and sonoanatomy
Techniques
Complications of the procedures
Part 4. Pain.- Regional anaesthesia and acute pain.